Pipe Welder Journeyman - TIG/Stick

Tic Inc; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

TIC_Craft is seeking a skilled pipe welder to plan, lay out, weld, install, test and repair pipe systems in adherence to plans, specs and welding codes. The role involves coordinating with field crews, maintaining quality and safety standards while working in varied environments.

Responsibilities include precise weld preparation, fit-up, layout, and performing repairs where needed. Occasional overtime and outdoor work may be required, reflecting field conditions and project demands.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Strong working knowledge and abilities for the position.
• Ability to understand, follow and communicate instructions.
• Proficient in safe and efficient use of tools and measurement 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 precise welds independently.
• Lay-out and assemble pipes according to standards, quality, safety, codes and specs.
• Make welding repairs and fix substandard welds.
• Assist with Pre-Fabrication layout or installation coordination.
• Assist with rigging of material.
• Operate air arc gouger, grinder, stress-relieving machines and other tools.
• Estimate sizes, distances, quantities and time/resources for work.
• Inspect outputs for compliance and address deficiencies.

Skills

Pipe welding

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Tool proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electrical tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Layout tools

Job description

Requisition ID: 190861

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

Work Setting & Job 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.

Company: TIC_Craft