Combo Welder: Pipefitting & Welding for Water Treatment

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

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.