Pipe Welder

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is a premier custom design build contractor for industrial refrigeration systems, providing design, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and service in-house.

We are seeking an experienced Pipe Fitter/Welder for a nationwide traveling position. This person will be responsible for various types of weld preparation (including fitting), welding and weld finishing operations to manufacture product to customer drawings, specifications, or other forms of instruction. Advancement opportunities are available. Travel is required.

Expected Pay:$35+

Experience Required: 5+ Years stick welding on pipe

Per Diem: $65/night (double occupancy)

Lodging: Fully Paid

Travel: Fully Paid

Key Duties:

• Weld pipe ranging in size from 3/4" up to 18" (majority of pipe welding is performed on 2" to 6" pipe)
• Weld pipe runs on critical components including: Compressors, vessels, evaporators, oil separators, condensers, and various pieces of pre-fab
• Cutting, beveling, and fitting pipe. Significant pipe fitting is required and expected in this role.
• Position the weld set up, fit the piping and perform welds independently.
• Complete open root welding (no insert)
• Weld 50 diameter inches in a day
• Assist the jobsite team in the following areas: insulation, electrical, and painting
• Perform load rigging, torch cutting, and leveling with use of measurement tools
• Operate grinder and wire wheel
• Other duties as needed on the job site

Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a 6G weld test prior to employment (Tested on 2" schedule 80 steel stick 60/10 root, 70/18 cap)
• Extensive travel required (typical tour is 10 days from the Tuesday of 1st week to the Thursday of 2nd week - with 10-12 hour days)
• Must have a valid driver’s license, and be capable of driving up to 10 hours, able to operate industrial lifts
• Experience with either high pressure pipe, steam line or gas line, or process pipe welding or other relevant pipe work.
• This position is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment and regular drug testing
• Position requires pre-employment drug screening, criminal background screening, and driving record check. If you have had a DUI within the past 5 years you are not eligible for employment at this time

Benefits:

• Retirement plan; company matches dollar for dollar up to 15%
• Health insurance; company pays 75% of the premiums for employee/family
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Weekly pay
• Competitive vacation & holiday pay, floating holidays
• Supplemental insurance available (Aflac)
• Short-term & long-term disability coverage
• Accidental death/dismemberment coverage after one year of employment
• Life insurance coverage after one year of employment
• Employee referral incentives
• Opportunities for advancement, professional development, training opportunities, and apprenticeship programs available
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental vehicles, and other company discounts for eligible positions