Distribution Welder

Citizens Energy Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan with company m­

Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Wellness Program

Adoption and tuition assistance

Employee Credit Union

Vacation and Paid Holidays

Job summary

Citizens Energy Group in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Distribution Welder to repair, rebuild, layout and fabricate metal parts using arc or gas welding to maintain safe, continuous operation of distribution systems.

The role is unionized with a wage scale of 39.86/U12 per hour, with a Monday–Friday schedule 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. and a full benefits package including health, pension, 401(k) and more.

Qualifications

• Must pass welding tests per ASME B31.1 requirements.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Confined space entry may be required.
• Willing to work overtime when needed.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform arc and gas welding, fit and install metal components.
• Cut metals with oxy-acetylene; use plasma/arc equipment.
• Read blueprints and specs; select weld rods/flux.
• Operate tools like saws, grinders and brakes.
• Rig scaffolding and crane operations as needed.
• Inspect and service piping and insulation components.
• Keep work areas and company vehicle clean.
• Provide general mechanical maintenance when not welding.

Skills

Arc welding

Gas welding

Blueprints

Safety policies

Overtime capable

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Oxy-acetylene equipment

Plasma cutting

Grinders

Job description

Overview

We have a career opportunity for a Distribution Welder to join our team!

The successful candidates will repair, rebuild, layout and fabricate metal parts, shapes and objects requiring the use of arc or gas welding processes necessary to maintain safe, continuous and efficient operation.

Citizens Energy Group offers competitive salary and benefits including:

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) (bonus)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Wellness Program
• Adoption and tuition assistance
• Employee Credit Union
• Vacation and Paid Holidays

This is a bargaining union position and a member of the Local IBEW #1400. Wage scale $39.86/U12 per hour.

Work Schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Burning, fusing, aligning, placing, repairing, chipping, cleaning, preparing, and installing metal parts, shapes, pipe and objects requiring the use of arc and gas welding processes, knowledge of gas tig or mig welding; setting up and laying out metal plates, shapes, pipe and objects preparatory to welding; preheating according to established standards to prevent stresses that would otherwise accumulate during the welding operation; post heating according to established standards to relieve residual stresses due to the welding operation;
• Cutting metals with oxy-acetylene, knowledge of plasma or arc welding equipment;
• Selecting the proper weld rod and flux for the metal to be welded; working from blueprints, sketches, field measurements and specifications; duplicating and building up parts, shapes and objects; being familiar with the properties of various metals;
• Operating numerous types of power and hand tools including, but not limited to, saws, grinders, shears, brakes and hydraulic or pneumatic equipment;
• Rigging , building scaffolding, trench shoring and directing crane operations, as required;
• Inspecting, dismantling, installing, replacing, cleaning, lubricating, packing, drilling, grinding, sawing, removing and setting of mechanical equipment related to but not limited to steam and chilled water distribution systems;
• Removing, repairing, replacing and installing heat insulating materials on piping and equipment;
• Keeping work areas, assigned company truck, and associated equipment in good order and cleaning up after completion of work.
• Performing general mechanical maintenance, construction and other related work, when not welding, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Pressure welding on piping requiring the passing of performance qualification tests as established by the Thermal Division procedures which are in compliance with “ASME Power Piping B 31.1” requirements as governed by section IX.
• A valid State of Indiana driver’s license is required.
• Outdoor work is required in various types of weather, dirt, noise and fumes.
• Confined space entry is required in high temperature atmosphere at times.
• Required to participate as a member of the Confined Space Rescue Team in the Steam Distribution area.
• In addition to the primary duties listed above, the employee may be called upon to perform other work, including the ability to work overtime as circumstances require.
• Must know and comply with all Company safety and health policies and procedures applicable to work performance.
• Available for twenty-four hour repair service calls.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Posting Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Deadline Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Citizens is a drug-free, Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.