Pipe Welder, 1st Shift - Precision Fabrication

Viking Corp; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Corp in Columbus, OH is seeking a Welder (1st Shift) to produce high‑quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast‑paced fabrication environment. You will operate automated welding and plasma equipment, perform rewelds, inspect welds, and follow work orders and drawings to maintain on‑time production.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, welding experience, and the ability to read a tape measure. Certification requirements must be completed, and forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience welding in manufacturing, fabrication, or production preferred.
• Able to complete company welding certification requirements.
• Experience operating welding or plasma equipment.
• Able to read work orders and basic fabrication drawings.
• Basic math skills including fractions, decimals, and whole numbers.
• Able to read a tape measure to 1/4 inch increments.
• Forklift or overhead crane experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe in accordance with production specifications.
• Perform manual rewelds using hand-held welding equipment as required to meet quality standards.
• Load, position, and unload pipe from welding equipment using proper material handling techniques.
• Inspect welded assemblies for quality and compliance with company and industry standards.
• Apply required certification stamps to completed welds using designated tools.
• Transfer finished pipe to carts and staging areas for downstream processing or shipment.
• Operate pneumatic banding equipment to prepare finished pipe bundles for shipping when required.
• Read work orders, production documents, and basic fabrication drawings to complete assigned work accurately.
• Maintain production output while meeting quality and safety expectations.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping and safety standards.
• Complete required safety, equipment, and operational training.
• Follow all company policies, SOPs, and quality requirements.
• Support other fabrication, warehouse, or production activities as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read and follow work instructions

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Dependable work ethic

Read tape measure accurately

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Plasma equipment

Tape measures

Forklift / crane (optional)

Job description

Viking Corp in Columbus, OH is seeking a Welder (1st Shift) to produce high‑quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast‑paced fabrication environment. You will operate automated welding and plasma equipment, perform rewelds, inspect welds, and follow work orders and drawings to maintain on‑time production.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, welding experience, and the ability to read a tape measure. Certification requirements must be completed, and forklift experience is a plus.