Pipe Welder - Day Shift, Precision Welding & Certification

Viking Group, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Group, Inc. is seeking a dedicated individual for a welding position in Columbus, Ohio. The role involves operating welding and plasma machinery to weld pipes and apply certification stamps. Candidates should have knowledge of welding standards and demonstrate competence in operating relevant equipment.

Responsibilities include moving pipes, operating hand-held weld guns, and following safety protocols as mandated by the company.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all welding processes and acceptable standards set by the industry.
• Ability to operate required equipment to move and weld pipe.

Responsibilities

• Manually move pipe in and out of weld machinery.
• Operate weld and plasma machine to apply welded outlet.
• Handle additional tasks as deemed necessary by supervisors.

Job description

Primary Function

The Welder is responsible for producing high-quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast-paced fabrication environment. This role operates welding and fabrication equipment to weld outlets to pipe, perform rewelds as required, and ensure finished products meet company and industry quality standards. The Welder safely handles materials, follows established procedures, and contributes to on-time production while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Shift Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm (M-F)

Primary Function

The Welder is responsible for producing high-quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast-paced fabrication environment. This role operates welding and fabrication equipment to weld outlets to pipe, perform rewelds as required, and ensure finished products meet company and industry quality standards. The Welder safely handles materials, follows established procedures, and contributes to on-time production while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Major Duties & 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.
• Measure materials using tape measures and other measuring devices to verify dimensions and specifications.
• 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, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and quality requirements.
• Support other fabrication, warehouse, or production activities as assigned by leadership.