Combo Welder

Rice Lake West; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Per diem

Job summary

Water Resources Group is seeking a Combo Welder for field operations in North Dakota. The role blends welding and pipefitting/installation on water and wastewater treatment plant projects, ensuring installations meet project specs and safety standards.

The position requires 3–5 years of combined experience, welding certifications (6G preferred), and a strong focus on safety and quality. Per diem offered; health insurance and benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years combined pipefitting/installation and welding experience.
• Current welding certifications (e.g., 6G pipe) strongly preferred.
• Experience with water or wastewater treatment plant construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fit, fabricate, and install piping systems and structural components according to blueprints, isometric drawings, and specifications
• Perform welding using SMAW (stick), GTAW (TIG), and/or GMAW/FCAW processes to join pipe and structural steel
• Cut, thread, groove, and prepare pipe and fittings prior to welding or installation
• Install valves, pumps, meters, and other piping system components
• Perform pressure testing and leak checks on installed piping systems
• Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, isometric drawings, weld symbols, and welding procedure specifications (WPS)
• Inspect completed welds and installations for defects, and perform repairs as needed
• Rig and move materials and equipment safely as needed
• Complete and pass welding certification tests as required by project or code (e.g., ASME, AWS)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards

Skills

Welding

Pipefitting

Blueprint reading

Safety protocols

Rigging

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding/apprenticeship program

Tools

Welding certifications (6G)

ASME/AWS experience

Job description

Combo Welder

Field Operations — North Dakota

About Water Resources Group

WRG is a family of self-performing civil construction companies, including Rice Lake and Rice Lake West. We build water and wastewater treatment infrastructure, heavy civil, and commercial projects throughout the Upper Mid-West and Mountain West regions — and we're known for giving our people real responsibility, early.

Primary Function

Combo Welders perform both welding and pipefitting/installation duties — fitting, fabricating, installing, and welding piping systems and structural components for water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects — ensuring all installations and welds meet project specifications, applicable codes, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lay out, fit, fabricate, and install piping systems and structural components according to blueprints, isometric drawings, and specifications
• Perform welding using SMAW (stick), GTAW (TIG), and/or GMAW/FCAW processes to join pipe and structural steel
• Cut, thread, groove, and prepare pipe and fittings prior to welding or installation
• Install valves, pumps, meters, and other piping system components
• Perform pressure testing and leak checks on installed piping systems
• Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, isometric drawings, weld symbols, and welding procedure specifications (WPS)
• Inspect completed welds and installations for defects, and perform repairs as needed
• Rig and move materials and equipment safely as needed
• Complete and pass welding certification tests as required by project or code (e.g., ASME, AWS)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards

Educational Background

High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a welding and/or pipefitting apprenticeship program preferred.

Work Experience

Minimum 3–5 years of combined pipefitting/installation and welding experience required. Current welding certifications (e.g., 6G pipe) strongly preferred. Experience with water or wastewater treatment plant construction is a plus, but not required.

Practical Knowledge

• Pipe fabrication, threading, grooving, and installation techniques
• Multiple welding processes: SMAW, GTAW, GMAW/FCAW
• Reading blueprints, P&IDs, isometric drawings, weld symbols, and welding procedure specifications (WPS)
• Pressure testing and leak detection methods
• Safety protocols for welding, pipefitting, rigging, and confined space work

Reports To

Mechanical Foreman / Superintendent.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation range: $30,000 – low $40,000s, commensurate with experience

Per diem: $100/day

Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and paid holidays.

Our Culture

The culture at Water Resources Group focuses on safety, integrity, and quality. Employees are the company's greatest asset, and every effort is made to cultivate a good work-life balance and family-focused atmosphere.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Water Resources Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. WRG does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by country, regional, or local law.

Applicants with disabilities will be accommodated if you are unable to apply online.