Pipe Welder

PCM [Pipeline Construction & Maintenance, Inc.]; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Natchez, Mississippi, is seeking a skilled Welder to join their team. The ideal candidate must use various welding techniques to efficiently join metal components and must pass specific qualification tests. Responsibilities include setting up welding equipment and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. Physical stamina is essential as this role requires lifting and precision work. Interested applicants should have a welder qualification certification and strong durability.

Qualifications

• Must pass welder qualification test under specified codes.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding duties as instructed by the Foreman.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain equipment and workspace in good condition.

Skills

Welding techniques

Equipment setup

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

Welder qualification certification

Tools

Arc welding equipment

Gas welding equipment

Job description

Description

Position: Welder Reports To: Foreman

Summary: Use hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products. Welder must be able to pass a welder qualification test consisting of but not limited to 6G pipe or 5G Butt/Branch under one of these codes: IE API 1104, ASME B31.3, B31.4 to be considered a welder.

Essential Qualifications, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Selects equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding.
• Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together.
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas‑shielded arc, submerged arc, or gas welding equipment.
• Chip or grind excess weld, slag or spatter by using hand scrapers or power chippers, portable grinders or arc cutting equipment.
• Operate manual or semi‑automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux‑cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.

Physical Demands

The employee must regularly lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb or balance and to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Welders must be willing to comply with PCM Health, Safety, and Environmental rules and regulations. They must also comply with all governmental regulations.

About

Pipeline Construction & Maintenance, Inc. began its operations in 1996 and continues to grow, serving as a proven leader in the industry for nearly two decades. Our team of skilled craftsmen, experienced project managers, and dedicated professionals strive every day toward meeting the diverse needs of our clients. With integrity, safety, quality, and ethics at the core of our company values, PCM approaches every project with the highest level of commitment.

Req Number PIP-26-00028

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.