Pipe Welder: Precision TIG & Stick for Pipelines & Structures

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Columbus, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Career development

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced welder to lay out, fit, and weld fabricated components into structural forms with emphasis on safety and quality.

You will read blueprints, set up equipment, and weld in multiple positions to meet project specifications. The role requires proficiency in TIG and stick welding on stainless and carbon steel, passing weld tests, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to TIG and stick weld on stainless and/or carbon.
• Must pass required weld tests (varies per site).
• Must be willing to work outside craft.
• Workers are surrounded by hot materials and strong light.
• Must wear safety gear, including protective goggles, masks, face shields and safety shoes.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor.
• Utilize basic math and a calculator to solve geometric problems associated with Instrument Fitting.
• May be required to work outside and be subject to severe weather as well.
• Employee must be able to climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively, operate moving equipment and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements.
• Must have own TIG Rig and Stinger
• 1 each 12" Crescent Wench
• 1 each Stinger (whip) for Stick Welding
• 1 each Tig Rig w/Hose and Gauges
• 1 each 25' Tape Measure
• 1 set Burning Goggles
• 1 each Chipping Hammer
• 1 set Brushes
• 1 pair Welding Gloves
• 1 pair Leathers (optional)
• 1 each Welding Hood and Lens (Must be attached to hard hat or will attach to hard hat)
• *No Soft Cap Hoods
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively.
• Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments
• 40 or more hours per week with possible weekend work
• Background check and drug screen based on job location/requirements
• We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly.
• Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Weld together metal components of products such as piping systems, plate, pipe and tube or structural shapes, as specified by layout, blueprints, diagram, work order, welding procedures, or oral instructions, using electric arc-welding equipment.
• Obtain specified electrode and insert electrode into portable holder or thread consumable electrode wire through portable welding gun.
• Connect cables and adjust welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, polarity, and pulse, as specified by welding procedure or supervisor.
• Start power supply to produce electric current.
• Strike arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to work piece and join edges of work piece.
• Manually guide electrode or gun along weld-line, maintaining arc length and speed to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• May manually apply filler rod to supply weld metal.
• May clean or degrease weld joint or workplace.
• May repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes.
• May prepare broken parts for welding by grooving or scarfing surfaces.
• May remove excess weld, slag, and spatter.
• May preheat work piece.
• May position and clamp work piece together or assemble then in a jig or fixture.
• May tack weld assemblies together.
• May cut metal plates or structural shapes.
• May fit up parts and inspect fit before welding.
• May use various welding processes.
• Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
• Responsible for observing all safety and project rules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

TIG welding

Stick welding

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Tools

TIG Rig

Stinger

Chipping hammer

Welding hood

Gauges

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced welder to lay out, fit, and weld fabricated components into structural forms with emphasis on safety and quality.

You will read blueprints, set up equipment, and weld in multiple positions to meet project specifications. The role requires proficiency in TIG and stick welding on stainless and carbon steel, passing weld tests, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.