Welder - VFS

Viking Group, Inc.; Doraville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Group, Inc. in Doraville, GA seeks a Welder to produce high-quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

The role operates welding and fabrication equipment to weld outlets to pipe, performs rewelds as needed, and ensures finished products meet standards. You will read work orders and drawings, measure materials with tape measures, and maintain a safe, organized workspace while supporting training and SOP adherence to meet production schedules and quality

Qualifications

• Experience welding outlets to pipe in a fabrication environment.
• Ability to read basic fabrication drawings and work orders.
• Commitment to safety and keeping a clean, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe.
• Perform manual rewelds using handheld welding equipment as required.
• Load, position, and unload pipe from welding equipment using proper material handling techniques.
• Inspect welded assemblies for quality and compliance with standards.
• Apply required certification stamps to completed welds.
• Transfer finished pipe to carts and staging areas for downstream processing or shipment.
• Read work orders, production documents, and basic fabrication drawings to complete tasks accurately.
• Measure materials using tape measures to verify dimensions.

Skills

Welding

Reading blueprints

Safety awareness

Tools

Automated welding equipment

Plasma equipment

Tape measures

Job description

The Welder is responsible for producing high-quality welded pipe assemblies in a fast-paced fabrication environment. This role operates welding and fabrication equipment to weld outlets to pipe, perform rewelds as required, and ensure finished products meet company and industry quality standards. The Welder safely handles materials, follows established procedures, and contributes to on-time production while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe in accordance with production specifications.
• Perform manual rewelds using hand-held welding equipment as required to meet quality standards.
• Load, position, and unload pipe from welding equipment using proper material handling techniques.
• Inspect welded assemblies for quality and compliance with company and industry standards.
• Apply required certification stamps to completed welds using designated tools.
• Transfer finished pipe to carts and staging areas for downstream processing or shipment.
• Operate pneumatic banding equipment to prepare finished pipe bundles for shipping when required.
• Read work orders, production documents, and basic fabrication drawings to complete assigned work accurately.
• Measure materials using tape measures and other measuring devices to verify dimensions and specifications.
• Maintain production output while meeting quality and safety expectations.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping and safety standards.
• Complete required safety, equipment, and operational training.
• Follow all company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and quality requirements.
• Support other fabrication, warehouse, or production activities as assigned by leadership.