Pipe Welder Journeyman

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a skilled pipe welder to plan, lay out, weld, install and repair pipe systems in accordance with plans, specs and codes. You will coordinate with field crews, position welds, and perform precise welds independently to meet production standards.

The role requires physical work outdoors in all weather, climbing and working at heights, and overtime as needed. Safety, quality, and adherence to project rules are essential as you support pre-fabrication, installation and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant field experience.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Proficient in safe and efficient use of various hand tools, power tools and measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, diagram and lay-out for pipe welder’s work.
• Coordinate with field labor crew for efficient installations.
• Position the weld set up, fit piping and perform welds with high precision independently.
• Lay-out and assemble pipes according to production standards, quality requirements and safety rules.
• Make welding repairs and address substandard welds.
• Assist with Pre‑Fabrication layout or installation coordination.
• Rig materials as needed.
• Operate welder-related equipment and measurement tools.
• Estimate sizes, distances and quantities as required for tasks.
• Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance and take corrective actions when needed.

Skills

Communication

Instruction following

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Measurement tools

Job description

Requisition ID: 188597

Position Summary

Plan, lay‑out, weld, install, test and repair all types of pipe and similar tubular products in accordance with applicable plans, specifications, welding codes and industry standards

Experience Level

Skilled

Primary Responsibilities And Duties

• Plan, diagram and lay‑out for pipe welder’s work
• Coordinate with field labor crew for efficient installations
• Position the weld set up, fit the piping and perform welds involving a high degree of precision independently
• Lay‑out, and assemble pipes accurately and according to production standards, quality requirements, safety requirements, code, design, and specifications
• Make welding repairs and substandard welds
• Assist with coordination of any Pre‑Fabrication layout or installation
• Assist with rigging of material
• Operate air arc gouger, grinder, stress relieving machine, and other industry machines, tools and equipment
• Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.