Welder - Pipefitter

Chart Industries, Inc.; New Prague (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company M"

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Job summary

Chart Industries in New Prague, Minnesota is seeking an experienced Welder-Pipefitter to join our Repairs team. This role focuses on the repair, rehabilitation, and replumbing of cryogenic vessels and pressure‑containing equipment, manufactured to ASME, DOT, AAR, and EN codes.

You will perform GTAW (TIG) and GMAW (MIG) welding, read blueprints and weld symbols, and help mentor less-experienced welders while maintaining production records and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Welding Training Program preferred.
• Experience with vessel repair, pipefitting, fabrication, or related welding work.

Responsibilities

• Replumb, repair, and weld vessels using established manufacturing processes.
• Perform GTAW (TIG) and GMAW (MIG) welding in various positions
• Complete welding, fitting, grinding, and finishing operations on repaired units
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, weld procedures, and welding symbols
• Maintain production records, material traceability documentation, and production travelers
• Perform visual inspections to ensure quality standards are met
• Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance requirements
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced welders as needed
• Complete required training and certifications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

GTAW (TIG) welding

GMAW (MIG) welding

Blueprint reading

Welding in multiple positions

Quality inspections

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding training program

Job description

Location: New Prague, MN, United States, 56071

Company: Chart Industries

Ensuring Chart’s Success…

At Chart, we design and build some of the world’s most advanced cryogenic equipment—that’s how our "Cooler By Design®" tagline was born. But it’s not just our technology that’s cool. It’s our people. We solve complex problems as a team, making us truly Cooler Together. And with the addition of Howden to the Chart family, we’re Stronger Together, too.

Our customers don’t simply bring us equipment specs—they bring us challenges. That’s where you come in. From concept and design to installation and commissioning, you’ll help create solutions that support a wide range of industries and applications.

• Launching rockets into space
• Delivering Nexus of Clean™ solutions for clean water, clean power, clean food, and clean industrials
• Powering the carbonation in your favorite fast-food beverage
• Making nitro coffee and even nitro ice cream possible

Want to see our impact in action? Explore Chart City: https://chartcity.chartindustries.com/. We’re looking for bright, driven talent excited to build a career in an evolving, high-growth industry. Along with competitive compensation and meaningful work, Chart offers development programs designed to grow future leaders. That could be you. If you’re passionate about design engineering and think a career at Chart sounds pretty cool, let’s talk.

Chart Industries is seeking an experienced Welder-Pipefitter to join our Repairs team in New Prague, Minnesota. This position plays a critical role in the repair, rehabilitation, and replumbing of cryogenic vessels and pressure‑containing equipment. Our team manufactures and rehabilitates high‑quality products while adhering to ASME, DOT, AAR, and EN pressure vessel codes.

What Will You Do?

• Replumb, repair, and weld vessels using established manufacturing processes
• Perform GTAW (TIG) and GMAW (MIG) welding in various positions
• Complete welding, fitting, grinding, and finishing operations on repaired units
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and aerial lifts safely and effectively
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, weld procedures, and welding symbols
• Maintain production records, material traceability documentation, and production travelers
• Perform visual inspections to ensure quality standards are met
• Monitor equipment performance and report maintenance requirements
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced welders as needed
• Complete required training and certifications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Your Experience Should Be...

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Completion of a Welding Training Program preferred
• Experience with vessel repair, pipefitting, fabrication, or related welding work
• Proficiency in GTAW and GMAW welding processes
• Ability to weld in multiple positions
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading and welding symbols
• Knowledge of welding best practices and quality standards
• Experience performing visual weld inspections
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with web‑based systems
• Strong problem‑solving skills and commitment to continuous improvement
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

Your Physical Work Environment Will Require…

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, and stooping
• Frequent pushing, pulling, and handling of materials
• Occasional climbing and work at elevated heights
• Repetitive hand movements and prolonged use of welding equipment
• Exposure to a manufacturing environment, including heat, noise, welding fumes, and moving equipment
• Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Our Benefits Package...

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• Additional voluntary benefit options available

Your Compensation Will Be...

• Pay Range: $25.75 - $35.09 per hour
• The actual compensation offered will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, certifications, and internal equity.
• This position is classified as non‑exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable federal and state law.

Chart Industries is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicants because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, marital status, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law. Additionally, it is and shall continue to be our policy to provide promotion and advancement opportunities in a non‑discriminatory fashion.

Chart complies with applicable local, state, and federal statutes governing "equal employment opportunity" and nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation and training.