Pipe and Code Welder

L&L Fabrication; Nebraska; On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Plans

401k with employer match

Life Insurance

AD&D policy

Paid Leave

Job summary

L&L Fabrication is seeking a Pipe Welder III for its Nebraska facility. This full-time role focuses on complex joints requiring NDT, with expectations of passing at a 100% rate. Welding, fitting parts, training teammates, and process improvements are key parts of the job.

Wage range is $30.00–$40.00/hr. Candidates must meet 3G/6G tests and work within a safety-first environment focused on quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Code Welding Experience (ASME Sec. 8/9, B31.3, AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1)
• Mechanical aptitude
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ownership and accountability mindset
• Willingness to learn and teach new processes
• Reading and interpreting designs and blueprints
• Math skills relevant to welding tasks

Responsibilities

• Weld Non-Code and Code articles to satisfactory quality
• Perform GMAW, FCAW, SMAW per WPS
• Weld to 6G and related certifications as required
• Lead process improvements and introduce new procedures (PQRs/WPSs)
• Plan work orders and assemble required tools/materials
• Operate oxy-fuel, plasma, saws, mag-drill, grinders and forklifts safely
• Mentor teammates and participate in team development
• Maintain clean, organized work area and report equipment faults

Skills

GMAW

FCAW

SMAW

Blueprint reading

6G Certification

Code welding

Safety consciousness

Education

ASME code welding experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

PIPE WELDER [Welder III]

Description

The Welder III [PIPE WELDER] is a fulltime role that will operate out of one of the L&L Fabrication Welding facilities. This role will be expected to actively work to scheduled shop needs. This welder will be leaned on for the more complex joints requiring NDT and have an expectation of passing at a 100% rate. This candidate would be competent in welding but also be willing to exercise the ability to do other tasks, such fitting their own parts, training team members, and work on the further development of processes for the betterment of the team. This expectation and outlined Roles/Duties may be adjusted to align with organizational need at any time.

Rate of Pay – $30.00-40.00/hr

L&L Fabrication is an ASME Code vessel shop Holding U and R stamps. We offer ASME-coded work built to spec, along with repairs and maintenance on used pressure-rated equipment. L&L Fabrication, INC strives on quality work, meeting deadlines, and keeping everyone on the site safe. A high emphasis on safety, quality, and on time delivery.

Expected Roles/Responsibilities:

• Weld Non-Code and Code articles to satisfactory quality
• GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, all per WPS
• Must receive 6G Certification prior to hire date/pass OTJ Welder II
• Weld to expectation and regularly meet challenges such as 100% NDT Joints
• Process Materials with accuracy and efficiency
• Oxy-fuel, Plasma, Saw, Mag-Drill, and Grinder
• Use all shop and personal tooling safely and appropriately.
• Drive a forklift safely and appropriately.
• Participate in team setting that will develop and build welding and fabrication ability for oneself and colleagues.
• Lead the process of introducing new procedures into the facility (PQRs/WPSs)
• Provide a SAFE team member that is accountable, respectful, and empowered to introduce new opportunities for getting the job done.
• Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requirements for the Role:

• Code Welding Experience (ASME Sec. 8/9, B31.3, AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1)
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Operational understanding or appreciation for a manufacturing environment
• Ownership – attitude that shares wins and owns losses.
• Desire to add to the workplace culture, SAFE and CORE
• Smart, Alert, Focused, Energized
• Collaborative, Ownership, Respectful, Empowering
• Willingness to learn and teach new processes or methods.
• Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.

Weld Test Requirements

• 3G weld Test – ¾” Plate Test Vertical Up (GMAW Root / GMAW-Pulse or FCAW hot and cap)
• 6G weld Test – 2 XXH pipe test (SMAW Root / GMAW-Pulse or FCAW hot and cap)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at any time, 50 pounds regularly, 100 infrequently.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials

Benefits (Available following the Probationary Period)

• HSA and PPO Health Insurance plans
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Accident and Critical Illness Plans
• 401k with up to a 5% safe harbor employer match
• Life insurance
• AD&D policy provided by the organization and expandable
• Ken Garff Ford – Fleet Vehicle access for purchase
• Advocacy and partnership via Benefit Partner
• Paid Leave/Paid Time Off Policy that is in alignment with CO-FAMLI (CO ONLY)
• Others added frequently.

Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted by[insert date, e.g., December 31, 2025].

Internal Posting: This position is being posted internally and externally. All current employees will be notified of this opportunity on the same day it is posted. Employees interested in applying should follow the same application process outlined above. Post-Selection Notice: Within 30 days of filling this position, all employees who will work with the selected candidate will receive written notice including:

• The candidate’s name
• Previous job title and new job title
• Information on how to express interest in similar future opportunities

L&L Fabrication, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.