Traveling Sanitary Pipe/Orbital Welder

Robinson Construction Company; Litchfield (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinson Construction Company in Litchfield, MN is hiring for a position focused on the welding and fabrication of stainless-steel sanitary tubing and hygienic process piping systems. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, along with welding certifications and the ability to pass a GTAW/TIG weld test. Safety compliance and physical capability are essential.

This role may include travel, overtime and weekend work as needed. Robinson Construction is committed to equal opportunity in employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Welding certifications from an accredited school is preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment GTAW/TIG Stainless Steel Weld test.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret project plans and blueprints.
• Perform GTAW/TIG welding on stainless steel tubing.
• Set up and maintain orbital welding equipment.
• Install valves, pumps, and process equipment.
• Conduct visual inspections and verify weld integrity.

Skills

GTAW/TIG welding

Blueprint interpretation

Orbital welding operation

Safety compliance

Machinery operation (forklift)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certifications

OSHA 10 or MSHA Certification

Tools

Orbital welding equipment

Grinders

Band saws

Job description

This position is responsible for the layout, fit-up, fabrication, and welding of stainless‑steel sanitary tubing and hygienic process piping systems.

Robinson Construction is a Design‑Build General Contractor specializing in the completion of process‑intense manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. Our clients include heavy industrial, manufacturing; food grade processing plants, chemical and processing; power and renewable energy; healthcare facilities, and mining industries, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies.

Essential Responsibilities

• Read and interpret project plans, blueprints and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand.
• Perform GTAW/TIG welding on stainless steel sanitary tubing and pipe.
• Set up, operate, and maintain orbital welding equipment for stainless steel and high‑purity tubing systems.
• Prepare tubing and pipe for welding, including cutting, beveling, cleaning, and alignment.
• Ensure welds meet sanitary and quality standards, including purge requirements and clean weld appearance.
• Install valves, pumps, fittings, hangers, supports, and process equipment.
• Conduct visual inspections and verify weld integrity and dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain proper cleanliness and contamination control during fabrication and installation.
• Operate grinders, beveling tools, band saws, tube cutters, and other fabrication equipment.
• Select proper fillers for jobs based on previous experience or project instructions.
• Take personal responsibility for fostering a safe workplace by following safety policies and procedures.
• May perform a variety of duties including those of other positions.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Welding certifications from an accredited school is preferred.
• Must be able to successfully pass pre‑employment GTAW/Tig Stainless Steel Weld test.
• Industrial machine experience (such as forklift) preferred.
• Current OSHA 10 or MSHA Certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Coordinate eye‑hand movements with control and precision, using hands and fingers fully; reach for, manipulate and feel objects; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• See and hear well (either naturally or with correction).
• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and stoop, lay, bend or squat for long periods of time.

Other

• Travel, overtime, some holiday, and weekend work may be required.

Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job‑related qualifications, ability and performance.

Employment at Will: This document does not create an employment contract, either express or implied. All employment is employment‑at‑will.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone: 573‑517‑5125 Email: [e-mail].

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