1st Shift Welder: Fast-Paced Pipe Fabrication Expert

VIKING FABRICATION SERVICES LLC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Welder position in Irving, TX involves producing high-quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast-paced fabrication environment, operating welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe and perform rewelds as required.

You'll read work orders and drawings, inspect welds for quality, handle materials safely, and keep work areas clean while meeting production goals and safety standards. Familiarity with MIG welding and tape measure use is preferred to ensure accurate assembly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or production environment preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete company welding certification requirements.
• Experience operating welding equipment, plasma equipment, or similar fabrication machinery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe in accordance with production specifications.
• Perform manual rewelds using hand-held welding equipment as required to meet quality standards.
• Load, position, and unload pipe from welding equipment using proper material handling techniques.
• Inspect welded assemblies for quality and compliance with company and industry standards.

Skills

MIG welding

Tape measure

Math skills

SOP reading

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Plasma equipment

Fabrication machinery

Job description

The Welder position in Irving, TX involves producing high-quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast-paced fabrication environment, operating welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe and perform rewelds as required.

You'll read work orders and drawings, inspect welds for quality, handle materials safely, and keep work areas clean while meeting production goals and safety standards. Familiarity with MIG welding and tape measure use is preferred to ensure accurate assembly.