Journeyman Welder

Abtrex Industries, Inc; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Abtrex Industries, Inc. is seeking an experienced journeyman 6G welder to join our tank-building and fabrication shop in the United States.

This role requires strong pipe welding, fitting, fabrication, and blueprint-reading skills to produce high-quality welds the first time. You will read blueprints and shop drawings, independently fit and weld components, and follow welding procedures (WPS) to maintain tight tolerances.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of professional welding experience, journeyman level.
• Completion of a formal welding apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on trade experience.
• Current 6G welding qualification or the ability to pass a 6G weld test.
• Strong pipe welding and fitting experience.
• Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel; alloy experience is a plus.
• Previous fabrication experience, including the ability to accurately lay out, fit, and assemble components.
• Proven ability to read and analyze blueprints, technical drawings, and welding specifications.
• Ability to work independently to lay out, fit, and accurately assemble fabricated components
• Experience working in a tank-building or heavy industrial fabrication shop.
• Thorough knowledge of welding safety practices and proper equipment operation.
• Ability to use measuring instruments and verify completed work against project specifications.
• Reliable attendance and a strong commitment to craftsmanship and producing quality work.
• ASME welding experience is preferred.
• Submerged arc welding experience is a plus.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform journeyman-level 6G pipe welding for tanks, piping, and custom-fabricated equipment.
• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, shop drawings, welding symbols, and specifications.
• Independently fit, assemble, and weld components according to project requirements.
• Follow established welding procedures (WPS) and maintain required tolerances.
• Inspect completed work for quality and accuracy, taking ownership of the finished product.
• Safely operate welding equipment, measuring tools, and other shop machinery.
• Follow all company safety practices and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Work closely with fitters, fabricators, and other tradespeople to complete projects efficiently.
• Share knowledge with and help guide apprentices and less experienced welders.

Skills

6G welding

Blueprint reading

Pipe welding

Fabrication

Safety procedures

Education

Formal welding apprenticeship

Hands-on trade experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring tools

Shop machinery

Job description

Founded in 1969, Abtrex Industries has been delivering engineered industrial solutions for nearly 60 years. We are a leading rubber liner and industrial fabrication company specializing in metal fabrication, rubber lining, wear protection, and corrosion-resistant systems for mission-critical applications. Abtrex designs and fabricates ASME pressure vessels, storage/processing tanks, and other ancillary equipment including piping, tumblers, and hoppers.

We are currently looking for an experienced journeyman 6G Welder to join our tank-building and fabrication shop. This position requires a well-rounded tradesperson with strong pipe welding, fitting, fabrication, and blueprint-reading skills who can work independently and produce quality welds the first time.

Responsibilities:

• Perform journeyman-level 6G pipe welding and other welding work required for tanks, piping, and custom-fabricated equipment.


• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, shop drawings, welding symbols, and specifications.


• Independently fit, assemble, and weld components according to project requirements.


• Follow established welding procedures (WPS) and maintain required tolerances.


• Inspect completed work for quality and accuracy, taking ownership of the finished product.


• Safely operate welding equipment, measuring tools, and other shop machinery.


• Follow all company safety practices and maintain a clean, organized work area.


• Work closely with fitters, fabricators, and other tradespeople to complete projects efficiently.


• Share knowledge with and help guide apprentices and less experienced welders.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of professional welding experience, with journeyman-level command of the trade.


• Completion of a formal welding apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on trade experience.


• Current 6G welding qualification or the ability to pass a 6G weld test.


• Strong pipe welding and fitting experience.


• Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel; alloy experience is a plus.


• Previous fabrication experience, including the ability to accurately lay out, fit, and assemble components.


• Proven ability to read and analyze blueprints, technical drawings, and welding specifications.


• Ability to work independently to lay out, fit, and accurately assemble fabricated components


• Experience working in a tank-building or heavy industrial fabrication shop.


• Thorough knowledge of welding safety practices and proper equipment operation.


• Ability to use measuring instruments and verify completed work against project specifications.


• Reliable attendance and a strong commitment to craftsmanship and producing quality work.


• ASME welding experience is preferred.


• Submerged arc welding experience is a plus.


• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.