Oilfield Welder: Field Pipe & Rig Welding Expert

ShalePro Energy Services, LLC; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ShalePro Energy Services, LLC is seeking an experienced welder to perform welding in an oil & gas production and midstream environment. The role involves cutting, beveling, assembling, and repairing piping systems in an industrial plant setting.

You will read schematics/blueprints, adhere to safety policies, and maintain weld quality using TIG and other techniques. A minimum of 5 years in industrial construction or oilfield welding and a valid driver's license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must own a suitable rig truck with welding machine.
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8 and API 1104.
• Ability to pass 100% x-ray site requirements.
• Downhill welding technique preferred.
• Previous welding experience in oil field around live process and high-pressure systems.
• Low hydrogen stick procedures mostly.
• Ability to TIG weld carbon and alloys.
• 5+ years of industrial construction/oilfield/pipeline construction preferred
• Current/valid driver's license
• Ability to work safely with others to achieve job goals
• Self-motivated and able to follow daily duties
• Read blue prints, ISO drawings, and P&IDs
• Education: High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) Preferred
• Experience -5+ years welding, 3+ years oilfield, pass weld test
• Knowledge of various welding codes, specifications, techniques and methods

Responsibilities

• Attend work on the schedule established by the employer with limited absenteeism.
• Follow all safe work practices and site safety policies.
• Assemble and install metal pipes and pipe fittings for stainless and carbon steel projects.
• Remove slag and smooth weld surfaces with grinders or scrapers.
• Secure pipes to structures using clamps, brackets, and hangers.
• Apply metallurgy knowledge to select materials and equipment for welding projects.
• Clean workpieces with chemicals to remove grease, rust, etc.
• Preheat metal pipes with furnaces or weed burners before welding or bending.
• Cut and shape metal components to specifications using power saws or hand tools.
• Fill holes, cracks, and dents on metal pieces.
• Use micrometers, calipers and precision tools to check gaps and angles.
• Understand geometry and welding techniques.
• Assemble pipes using threading machines.
• Study schematics, diagrams, and blueprints for layout.
• Measure and fabricate pipe routings to match existing systems.
• Control valves or regulators to manage flames and gas use.
• Wear protective gear and comply with safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot piping systems and diagnose issues.
• Operate welding units to deposit metal and join edges.
• Maintain arc length and travel speed for proper fusion.
• Weld in flat and vertical positions.
• Examine welds for bead size and specs.
• Fabricate new or replacement parts for equipment.

Skills

ASME B31.3 knowledge

API 1104 knowledge

TIG welding

Oilfield experience

Blueprints reading

Safety compliance

Driver's license

X-ray qualification

Downhill welding

Welding in high-pressure systems

Education

High School Diploma

GED

High School Equivalence Certificate

Tools

ASME B31.3

ASME B31.4

ASME B31.8

API 1104

Welding equipment operation

X-ray inspection readiness

Job description

ShalePro Energy Services, LLC is seeking an experienced welder to perform welding in an oil & gas production and midstream environment. The role involves cutting, beveling, assembling, and repairing piping systems in an industrial plant setting.

You will read schematics/blueprints, adhere to safety policies, and maintain weld quality using TIG and other techniques. A minimum of 5 years in industrial construction or oilfield welding and a valid driver's license are preferred.