Pipeline Welding and Station Fabrication at Headquarters in Ridgway, PA and Apple Grove, West Virginia About the Role:
- Ultimately, the role of the pipeline welder is to conduct excellent welding operations while adhering to safety standards and project timelines.
- The pipeline welder will be responsible for cutting and permanently joining metal parts together through the application of appropriate welding techniques.
Essential Functions:
- Interpret blueprints, sketches or welding process specifications
- Operate manual welding equipment to fuse metal segments
- Prepare and set up welding equipment
- Monitor the welding process and adjust the speed and voltage for optimal results
- Inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Perform maintenance on welding equipment
- Test and inspect welded surfaces to ensure the highest quality
- Adhere to all safety guidelines and report any unsafe conditions
Minimum Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a pipeline welder
- Experience in using a variety of welding equipment and procedures
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
- Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing
- Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate)
- High school diploma or equivalent with technical training in welding
- Attention to detail and craftsmanship