Shape the Backbone of Water Infrastructure
Thompson Pipe Group designs and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of pressure, drainage, sanitary, and trenchless pipe systems across North America. We’re a family‑owned team headquartered in Rialto, CA, dedicated to engineering better products each generation. Learn more at thompsonpipegroup.com.
We’re Looking For
A Welder II who can inspect, repair, and qualify spirally welded cylinders to exacting standards. If air carbon arc gouging is second nature and code work motivates you, this is your arena.
What You’ll Tackle
- Inspect interior/exterior spiral seams and base metal; bring cylinders into spec for dimensions and quality.
- Execute repairs to AWWA C200 and additional job specifications.
- Use air carbon arc gouging for defect removal and joint prep; square ends with oxy‑acetylene; blend and finish as needed.
- Document repairs and dimensions with precision to 1/32".
- Keep equipment in working order with minor maintenance; maintain a clean, orderly station.
- Operate under general supervision; report to a crew leader/supervisor.
Must‑Haves
- Air carbon arc gouging proficiency (required)
- Pass a 3G weld test with back gouge and back weld using FCAW
- Consistently meet ASME Section VIII, UW‑51 (100% RT X‑Ray) criteria with a 92% acceptance rate
- Proficient with FCAW; SMAW and SAW experience preferred
- Blueprint reading and production welding setups
- Able to follow written and verbal instructions
Tools & Tech You’ll Use
- MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux‑Cored Arc welding systems
- Cutting torch, hand‑held grinders, and precision measuring tools
How We Work
- Shifts: 1st (5:00 AM–5:00 PM) or 2nd (5:00 PM–5:00 AM); weekends as needed
- Location: In person
- Culture: Safety‑first, quality‑driven, team‑minded, and improvement‑oriented
Competencies We Value
- Problem solving, innovation, and sound judgment
- Alignment with policies and organizational values
- Clear, accurate communication (written, numerical, and verbal)
- Self‑management, dependable attendance, flexibility
Environment & Physical Demands
- Occasional exposure to fumes/airborne particles and electrical hazards
- Active yard with cranes, heavy equipment, and power tools
- Outdoor weather variation; confined/awkward spaces; work at heights
- Loud industrial settings (e.g., metal forming, large equipment)
- Frequent standing, walking, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching
- Climb vertical ladders repeatedly
- Lift/move regularly up to 25 lbs, frequently 50 lbs, occasionally 100 lbs
- Apply 75 ft‑lbs of torque for assembly/dismantling/erection/installation work
- Swing a 10‑lb hammer on a regular basis
- Visual acuity: near/far, color, peripheral, depth, and focus adjustment
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Benefits & Perks
- Top‑tier Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and Supplemental Life
- Company‑matched 401(k)
- Paid Holidays
- Fun events
- Training and development
- Employee discounts
- Career opportunity and advancement
Legal
EOE/AA – M/F/Vet/Disability
Thompson Pipe Group – Pressure is an Equal Opportunity Employer Continue