Welder

Thompson Pipe Group; South Beloit (IL); On-site; USD 24,219 - 34,494; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Training and development

Job summary

Join Thompson Pipe Group in South Beloit as a Welder, focusing on inspecting and repairing spirally welded cylinders to meet required specifications. Experience in welding and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

We offer top-tier medical, dental, and vision benefits, a company-matched 401(k), and various career opportunities.

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Qualifications

• Must pass 3G with back gouge and back weld using FCAW process.
• Familiar with standard concepts and practices within the welding field.
• Able to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair spirally welded cylinders.
• Utilize tools properly and maintain an organized workstation.
• Work under general supervision and report to a crew leader.

Skills

Welding experience

Flux-core welding

Ability to follow safety rules

Problem solving

Organizational support

Tools

Oxyacetylene cutting torch

Hand-held grinders

Job description

Company Overview

Thompson Pipe Group is a privately held family business of engineers, contractors, and manufacturers based in Rialto, California. It is the largest and most diverse drainage, sanitary, pressure and trench-less pipe provider, with manufacturing locations across the country and serving not just the US but all of North America. Please visit our website at www.thompsonpipegroup.com.

Position

Welder – Pay Range $21.31 per hour, depending on experience. The role involves inspecting and repairing spirally welded cylinders to meet specification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Must have welding experience.
• Follow all safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of spirally welded cylinders and perform repairs in compliance with AWWA C200 and additional job specifications as required.
• Report repairs and dimensional measurements accurately to the nearest 32nd of an inch.
• Utilize oxyacetylene cutting torch to square cylinder ends and perform repairs as needed.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs to welding equipment and tools.
• Use tools properly and care for equipment provided by the company.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation free of clutter and trip hazards.
• Work under general supervision; report to a crew leader and/or supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

• Must pass 3G with the back gouge and back weld with FCAW process.
• Must be able to weld within criteria. ASM section 8 UW‑51 (100% RT X‑Ray).
• Maintain a 92% acceptance rate with ASME section 8 UW‑51 (100% RT X‑Ray).
• Position frequently requires standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, use of hands to handle objects, operate controls, and tools; no limits of a range of motion.
• Able to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and verbal form.
• Experienced in flux‑core welding, SMAW, SAW a plus.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the welding field.
• Utilize flux‑core welding process, cutting torch, hand‑held grinders, and other tools necessary to complete repairs.

Competencies

• Problem solving and innovation.
• Organizational support.
• Communication.
• Self‑management.
• Attendance/Dependability/Flexibility.
• Physical safety awareness (fumes, electrical shock, machinery, outdoor conditions, etc.).

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Required to climb vertical ladders.
• Must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, 50 pounds frequently, and 100 pounds occasionally.
• Apply 75-foot-pounds of torque regularly.
• Swing a 10-pound hammer regularly.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

What We Offer

• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and supplemental life insurance.
• Company‑matched 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Fun events.
• Training and development.
• Employee discounts.Career opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE/AA – M/F/Vet/Disability. Thompson Pipe Group – Pressure is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Information

Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Location: TPG South Beloit
Job ID: #IND123