WSI Pipefitter

Availinfra; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

A specialized construction firm in Suwanee is seeking an experienced WSI pipefitter to assemble, install, and maintain piping systems and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in automated welding, ability to read blueprints, and proficiency in Stick, MIG, and TIG welding. Responsibilities include operating proprietary welding equipment and ensuring safety standards. This position may require travel for field assignments and involves heavy lifting and working in industrial environments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with automated welding equipment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Experience with Stick, MIG, and TIG welding.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and equipment.
• Operate WSI proprietary automated welding equipment.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment.

Skills

Automated welding equipment

Blueprint reading

Stick welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Effective communication

Education

High School Completion or GED

Union Journeyman training or equivalent

Minimum 2 years welding experience

Tools

WSI proprietary automated welding equipment

Miscellaneous hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Position summary

WSI pipefitter lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, industrial production and processing systems, applying knowledge of system operation and following blueprints. Pipefitters will perform all maintenance piping/welding tasks on mobile and stationary support and auxiliary equipment. Pipefitters are knowledgeable of cutting and welding methods, test for structural soundness of piping components and ensure equipment operate safely and efficiently.

Educational requirements

• High School Completion or GED is a requirement.
• Union Journeyman training, equivalent training or experience.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with automated and traditional manual welding equipment.

Skills and experience

• Minimum of 2 years experience with automated welding equipment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to perform Stick, Metal Inert Gas ("MIG") and Tungsten Inert Gas ("TIG") welding, Welder (Vertical and Overhead Welding).

Essential duties

• Set up and operate WSI proprietary automated welding equipment in a confined space including WSI proprietary mechanized welding equipment.
• Analyze field welding applications and apply appropriate WSI welding to use in field applications.
• Determine WSI welding equipment, fit-up tools, materials and weld procedures needed for specific WSI projects and tasks.
• Weld pipe, attachments and structural components for WSI field applications from all positions.
• Design, layout, fabricate and analyze metal failures and repairs needed.
• Fabricate, fit and weld material from blueprints and drawings.
• Operate miscellaneous hand and power tools required for pipefitting and welding tasks.
• Operate measuring tools and shop support equipment.
• Able to follow instructions and direction with minimal supervision.
• Understand and practice all safety procedures for work environment.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills.

Additional duties

• Willing and able to travel for field assignments as required.
• Training welders in the use of WSI proprietary welding equipment.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

Additional Qualifications

• WSI proprietary Hot-Pulse Automatic Weld Systems & process.
• Custom WSI mechanized welding equipment.
• WSI specific welding procedures.

Physical demands

Must be able to lift 75+ pounds, be able to work while standing, squatting, sitting and kneeling. Must be able to weld from various positions.

Work environment

Industrial Field Environment.