Skid & Structural Welder — Blueprint‑Driven Fabrication

Bidell Gas Compression; Weirton, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Bidell Gas Compression, a North American leader in rotating equipment, seeks a Skid/Structural Welder to join the fabrication team in Weirton, WV. You will position, rework, fit, and weld per blueprints, following supervisor instructions to meet daily production needs.

Candidates will face an AWS D.1.1 test in 1G and 1F with the Fab Supervisor. Safe operation, PPE adherence, and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read blueprints and take/read measurements to plan layout.
• Able to weld in the 1G (flat) and 1F positions per AWS standards.
• Experience with SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW welding processes.
• High school diploma or equivalent; 18+ years old; able to work overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, position, align and fit components using applicable machines, tools.
• Bolt, clamp, and tack weld parts to secure them in position for final welding.
• Set up welding equipment and maintain production documentation.
• Perform SMAW, FCAW, MCAW arc welding and oxyacetylene cutting on ferrous and nonferrous metals.
• Follow all applicable safety and sanitation procedures.
• Adhere to all company PPE requirements and participate in toolbox meetings.
• Operate with crane safety and read welding symbols.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Layout/welding planning

Welding procedures

SMAW FCAW GMAW

Crane operation

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years welding experience or completion of 1 year of a registered Apprenticeship Program

AWS welding certification (asset)

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Shop machines setup

Job description

Bidell Gas Compression, a North American leader in rotating equipment, seeks a Skid/Structural Welder to join the fabrication team in Weirton, WV. You will position, rework, fit, and weld per blueprints, following supervisor instructions to meet daily production needs.

Candidates will face an AWS D.1.1 test in 1G and 1F with the Fab Supervisor. Safe operation, PPE adherence, and teamwork are essential in this role.