Welder - Casa Grande, AZ

Kinder Morgan; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder to join their Pipeline Project Support Division. This role involves coordinating and completing welding and maintenance tasks on natural gas pipelines, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations. As part of a dedicated team, you will engage in diverse activities, from pipe fabrication to operating heavy equipment, all while upholding the company's core values. If you have a passion for safety and a commitment to excellence in pipeline work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in welding and pipeline construction is essential.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and equipment operation is critical.

Responsibilities

• Perform various welding tasks on natural gas and product pipelines.
• Read blueprints and coordinate project tasks effectively.
• Ensure safety and compliance during all operations.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Heavy Equipment Operation

Project Planning

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Welding Certification

Tools

Welding Rig

Excavation Equipment

Pipeline Locating Equipment

Job description

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, owning and operating approximately 79,000 miles of pipeline. We are currently looking to hire a Welder for our Pipeline Project Support Division.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Coordinate and complete welding, construction, and maintenance tasks as part of a roving pipeline crew.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform pipe fabrication welds, in-service welds, tie-in welds, and hot taps on steel pipelines that range in various sizes up to 42 O.D. on natural gas and products pipelines.
• Have knowledge of or possess experience in all phases of mobilizing, operating, and maintaining heavy excavation equipment, including excavation frequently on in-service natural gas pipelines.
• Read and interpret engineering construction blueprints for projects.
• Scope, plan, estimate, track costs, and schedule work and resources for projects.
• Operate trucks, welding rigs, and trailers for hauling equipment or project materials to job sites.
• Assist Pipeline Specialists in field checks prior to excavation.
• Locate and mark pipelines with pipeline locating equipment or probe rods using drawings and alignment sheets for reference.
• Inspect coating, remove coating, and complete surface preparation for the application of coating for buried pipe service.
• Calibrate and maintain a holiday detector for coating application inspection.
• Perform ultrasonic thickness examinations.
• Perform pipeline hot tap installations on in-service pipelines.
• Review pressure test plans per pipe and material specifications.
• Perform pressure tests of pipelines and fabrications.
• Disassemble meter tubes and perform internal meter tube cleaning.
• Repair pig launcher and receivers, closures, and install pig signals.
• Repair shorted pipeline casings and install CP test points on pipelines.
• Evacuate, purge, and load pipelines; operate pipeline air-movers to evacuate gas lines during hot work operations.
• Install full encirclement sleeves for anomaly repairs.
• Install mainline valve settings, valves, and fittings.
• Modify existing and install new measurement facilities.
• Promote and embody Kinder Morgan core values.
• Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets, employees, and the general public.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• May assist with:
• Excavation spotter tasks and manage excavation of foreign pipeline crossings.
• Performing excavations on loaded and unloaded pipelines.
• Launching, monitoring, and receiving pipeline pigs.
• Conducting internal pipeline cleaning or pigging operations utilizing internal pipe cleaning equipment.
• Removal of existing pipelines and installation of replacement pipelines.
• Providing direction to sub-contract workers that perform work on company assets and facilities.
• The above statements describe the general nature of work being performed; the position may perform other duties as assigned.