Welder/Pipefitter

ColonialWebb Contractors Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the MEP sector is seeking an experienced Welder/Fitter to join their Richmond team. The role involves fabricating, assembling, and welding piping systems for various industrial applications. Candidates should have experience with MIG, TIG, and Stick welding methods, and be able to work from technical drawings. The company offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Career development and progression

401(k) plan with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral incentives

Qualifications

• Experience with MIG, TIG, and Stick welding methods.
• Ability to work from drawings, submittals, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Weld pipes/metals with various techniques, such as MIG, TIG, and Stick.
• Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes.
• Assemble and install a variety of metal pipe and pipe fittings.

Skills

Welding

Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations

Basic construction/shop math

Education

AWS 6G certification

Job description

ColonialWebb is seeking experienced Welder/Fitter (candidate experienced in both areas) to join our team in Richmond. As a Welder/Fitter, you will lay out, fabricate, assemble, install and weld piping systems, fixtures, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, and industrial processing systems.

Who we are:

At ColonialWebb, we are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the continued growth of our business. As a full-service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor, we pride ourselves on the quality and expertise of our teams, who work across a diverse range of specialties, including New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing. For over 50 years, we've been dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions and unmatched service to our commercial customers, earning a reputation as a trusted contractor in the industry.

Perks of working at ColonialWebb:

• Competitive wages
• Career development and progression
• 401(k) plan with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral incentives

A day in the life:

• Weld pipes/metals with various techniques, such as MIG, TIG, and Stick
• Determine required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques
• Select type and size of pipe and related materials per job specifications
• Plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers
• Assemble and install a variety of metal pipe and pipe fittings, including those made of carbon steel and stainless steel
• Secure pipes to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers, using hand tools
• Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks
• Remove slag and rough spots with a portable grinder, file, or scraper

You should have:

• Ability to obtain AWS 6G certification through ColonialWebb
• Experience with MIG, TIG, and Stick welding methods
• Experience with cutting and assembling pipe
• Knowledge of properties in various welding rods and fluxes used in welding metal
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations
• Ability to work from drawings, submittals and specifications is preferred
• Knowledge of basic construction/shop math (addition, subtraction, division, fraction, and multiplication)

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.