Structural Welder/ Pipe Fitter

1) Purpose of Role


Join and repair metal components per drawings and weld symbols so assemblies meet strength and visual standards. Set up and perform welding processes and inspections, adhering to safety and quality procedures.


2) Scope & Decision Rights


Uses heat and hand-held welding equipment, following blueprints and technical drawings. Sets up and prepares metal components, performs welds with various techniques, inspects the quality of work, and maintains equipment while adhering to strict safety protocols.


3) Essential Duties and Standards


Owns: Weld prep, fit-up, and welding per WPS, Visual inspection and basic rework, and Weld tracking and documentation.


Supports: Material handling and fit-up with other trades, and Equipment maintenance and consumable control.


Recommends/Prepares: Procedure or fixture improvements for quality/throughput.


Escalates: Nonconforming welds, safety concerns, or drawing conflicts.


4) Critical Competencies (must-demonstrate)

• Communication

• Teamwork

• Time Management

• Documentation Quality (CMMS/work orders)

• Safety Awareness and PPE Use

• Reading Drawings/Isometrics/P&IDs

• Problem Solving and Root Cause Thinking

• Prioritization

• Cut, fit, and fabricate parts per drawings for field repairs and installs

• Perform grinding per standards and procedures

• Use hand tools safely and effectively for trade tasks

• Perform oxy-fuel per standards and procedures

• Perform structural and repair welds per procedure and visual standards

• Perform qualified welds where procedures/positions apply

5) Qualifications

• Must be able to pass required plate welding test (horizontal and vertical).

• Proven experience performing tasks with limited supervision; reliable attendance; ability to follow safety rules and work procedures.

• Proficiency with trade tasks such as Fabrication, Grinding, Hand Tools, Oxy-Fuel, and Welding.

• Demonstrated work practices including Communication, Teamwork, and Time Management.

• Relevant credentials as applicable: Welding performance qualification (as applicable).
• OSHA 10 in the construction industry and MSHA preferred

6) Performance Measure Buckets

• Weld quality (visual/NDT acceptance)

• Throughput vs plan; first-pass yield

• Documentation completeness and traceability

• Attendance

• Reading plans

• Computer skills

7) Employee Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance (employee-only coverage)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Sick Time