Pipe Welder

ColonialWebb Contractors Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Medical, dental, life, vision and long

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral incentives

Job summary

ColonialWebb is seeking talented Pipe Welders to join our Fabrication Team in Richmond, VA. You will layout, fabricate, assemble, install, and weld piping systems for industrial applications, while coaching apprentices to work safely and deliver quality.

We offer a competitive hourly rate, career development, 401(k) with company match, PTO and holidays, comprehensive benefits, and an EAP. Join a culture focused on safety and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• AWS 6G certification or ability to obtain it through ColonialWebb.
• Experience in pipe welding: MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Knowledge of welding rods and fluxes; metallurgy basics.
• Ability to read drawings, submittals, and specs.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines.
• Ability to work within precise tolerances and standards.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Weld pipes and metals using various techniques: electric, gas, arc, MIG, TIG, or other equipment.
• Perform MIG root and fluxcore fill and cap welds.
• Select materials and welding methods per job specs using metallurgy knowledge.
• Weld holding fixtures to structural steel members.
• Remove slag and rough spots with grinder or file.
• Secure pipes to structures with clamps, brackets, and hangers.
• Cut pipe with pipe cutters, saws, torches, and other tools.
• Assemble and install metal pipe and fittings (carbon steel and stainless).
• Operate shop forklift to move equipment and materials.
• Load and unload shop materials from trucks and into buildings.
• Teach and coach apprentices and helpers to work safely and deliver quality.
• Follow health and safety rules and procedures.

Skills

AWS 6G certification

Roll welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Rods & fluxes knowledge

OSHA safety guidelines

Reading drawings/submittals/specs

Shop math

Flexible schedule

Job description

Pipe Welder- FabricationColonialWebb is seeking talented and experienced Pipe Welders to join our Fabrication Team in Richmond, VA. As Pipe Welder, you will layout, fabricate, assemble, install, and weld piping systems, fixtures, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, and industrial processing systems according to specifications and codes. We want someone on our team who can teach, coach, and provide direction to apprentices and helpers to work safely and deliver quality. We work safely and encourage others to do so at ColonialWebb!

Location: 2820 Ackley Avenue Richmond, VA 23228.

Environment: Fabrication Shop.

Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, M-F.

Who we are:

At ColonialWebb, we are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the continued growth of our business. As a full-service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor, we pride ourselves on the quality and expertise of our teams, who work across a diverse range of specialties, including New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing. For over 50 years, we've been dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions and unmatched service to our commercial customers, earning a reputation as a trusted contractor in the industry.

What we will offer you:

• Competitive salary of $26-33/hr.
• Career development and progression
• 401(k) plan with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral incentives

What you will do:

• Weld pipes/metals with various techniques, such as electric, gas, arc, MIG, TIG, or other equipment
• Know how to MIG root and fluxcore fill and cap
• Determine required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques
• Weld holding fixtures to structural steel members
• Remove slag and rough spots with grinder, file, or scraper
• Select type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications
• Secure pipes to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers, using hand tools
• Cut pipe using pipe cutters, port-a-band saw, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe cutting machine
• Assemble and install a variety of metal pipe and pipe fittings, including those made of carbon steel and stainless steel
• Operate shop forklift to lift or transport equipment, material, and supplies as necessary
• Loads and unloads shop materials from trucks and into buildings
• Teach, coach, and provide direction to apprentices and helpers to work safely and deliver quality
• Works safely, encourage others to do so and complies with applicable health and safety-related rules, regulations, and procedures

What we are looking for:

• Ability to obtain AWS 6G certification through ColonialWebb
• Experience roll welding and with a position welder
• Experience with MIG, TIG, and Stick welding methods
• Knowledge of properties in various welding rods and fluxes used in welding metal
• Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines
• Able to work with drawings, submittals, and specifications
• Knowledge of basic construction/shop math (addition, subtraction, division, fraction, and multiplication)
• Ability to work within precise limits and standards of accuracy
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including unscheduled overtime (nights and weekends).

EOE M/W/Disability/Vets

Veterans and those with previous military experience are encouraged to apply