Welder - VFS (Conversion)

Viking Group, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

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

You will operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe, perform rewelds as needed, and ensure finished products meet company and industry standards. The role requires reading work orders and drawings, measuring dimensions with tapes and tools, applying required certification stamps, and keeping work areas clean, safe, and organized

Qualifications

• Requires proven welding experience in pipe fabrication.
• Able to read basic fabrication drawings and work orders.
• Maintain safety standards and clean, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated welding and plasma equipment to weld outlets onto pipe as specified.
• Perform manual rewelds with hand-held equipment as needed.
• Load, position, and unload pipe using proper handling techniques.
• Inspect welded assemblies for quality and compliance with standards.
• Read work orders and drawings to complete tasks accurately.
• Measure dimensions with tape measures and tools to verify specs.

Skills

Welding

Pipe fitting

Quality inspection

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Plasma cutting

Tape measure

Calipers

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.