Welder/Pipefitter

ColonialWebb Contractors Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Richmond is seeking an experienced Welder/Fitter to join their team. The role involves laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and welding piping systems for various applications. Candidates should have experience with MIG, TIG, and Stick welding methods. The company offers competitive wages, career development, and excellent benefits.

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 obtain AWS 6G certification through ColonialWebb.

Responsibilities

• Weld pipes/metals with various techniques.
• Determine required equipment and welding method.
• Test piping systems for leaks.

Skills

MIG

TIG

Stick

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:

We are focused on our people, our culture and our business. We specialize in multiple trades and our teams do work in New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, Special Projects, and Manufacturing. We have been providing an array of services for our commercial customers for over 50 years.

Perks of joining 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

What you will do:

• 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

What we are looking for:

• 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.