Pipe Welder – Manufacturing/Fabrication

ColonialWebb Contractors Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid holidays and personal leave

Employee referral incentives

Job summary

A full-service contracting company in Richmond, VA is seeking skilled Pipe Welders to join their Fabrication Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for welding various piping systems, coaching apprentices, and ensuring adherence to safety guidelines. Competitive wages and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience roll welding and with a position welder.
• Knowledge of properties in various welding rods and fluxes.
• Ability to work with drawings, submittals, and specifications.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Weld pipes/metals with various techniques.
• Select type and size of pipe and materials according to job specifications.
• Teach and provide direction to apprentices and helpers.
• Load/unload materials and operate shop forklift when needed.

Skills

Ability to obtain AWS 6G certification

Experience with MIG, TIG, and Stick welding

Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines

Safety compliance

Team coaching

Tools

Pipe cutters/tube benders

Grinder

Cutting torch

Job description

Overview

ColonialWebb 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!

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
• Work safely, encourage others to do so, and comply 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)

What we will offer you

• Competitive wages
• Opportunities for career growth, training, and development
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and Rx drug insurance
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Short and Long-Term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, Personal leave, Bereavement Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee referral incentives
• Scholarship program for employees’ children
• Discounts at major cell phone and auto companies

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.

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