Pipe Welder (TIG & Stainless) – 1st Shift, Growth & Benefits

Kelso Industries; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelso Industries in Duncan, SC seeks a skilled Welder to support fabrication of piping systems and mechanical assemblies. This role performs high-quality GTAW (TIG) welds in accordance with drawings, WPS, and customer specifications while following safety and production standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of pipe welding experience, can read welding symbols, and is able to lift up to 50 lbs in a shop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of pipe welding experience.
• Ability to read welding symbols and WPS documents.
• Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform GTAW (TIG) welding on carbon steel and stainless-steel piping.
• Complete welds in accordance with WPS, drawings, and customer specifications.
• Read and interpret isometric drawings, spool sheets, and welding symbols.
• Prepare, fit, and weld pipe to required specifications.
• Perform additional welding processes including GMAW and FCAW as needed.
• Inspect welds to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with standards.
• Maintain proper use of welding equipment and tools.
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and shop protocols.
• Communicate with supervisors, QC, and fitters to ensure production flow.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist other departments as needed to support production flow.

Skills

GTAW (TIG) welding

GMAW/FCAW welding

Read welding symbols

WPS interpretation

Team communication

Lift up to 50 lbs

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Kelso Industries in Duncan, SC seeks a skilled Welder to support fabrication of piping systems and mechanical assemblies. This role performs high-quality GTAW (TIG) welds in accordance with drawings, WPS, and customer specifications while following safety and production standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of pipe welding experience, can read welding symbols, and is able to lift up to 50 lbs in a shop environment.