Construction Welder / Pipefitter Apprentice

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist with the fabrication, assembly, fitting, installation, and welding of process

piping, mechanical piping, structural steel, and miscellaneous metal components.

• Measure, cut, bevel, thread, fit, and prepare pipe for welding and installation.

• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, piping schematics, weld

symbols, and project specifications.

• Perform routine MIG, TIG, Stick (SMAW), and/or Flux-Cored (FCAW) welding tasks

appropriate to experience and skill level.

• Assemble and install carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, and other piping systems

in accordance with project specifications.

• Assist with field installation of piping systems, equipment connections, supports,

hangers, and structural components.

• Perform routine fabrication, pipefitting, and welding tasks independently while

seeking guidance on more complex assignments.

• Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards, proper fit-up, and project

specifications are met.

• Operate welding machines, pipe threading equipment, grinders, saws, cutting

torches, and other fabrication tools safely and effectively.

• Maintain accurate documentation of work completed and materials used.

• Coordinate with foremen, project managers, and other trades to support project

schedules.

• Maintain company tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized

condition.

• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and job site safety

requirements.

• Identify and report job site hazards and assist in maintaining a safe work

environment.

• Participate in apprenticeship training, technical education, and ongoing

professional development to build welding, fabrication, and pipefitting skills.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Basic mechanical aptitude and a strong interest in pursuing a career in welding and

pipefitting.

• Ability to read or learn to read blueprints, piping drawings, fabrication drawings, and

weld symbols.

• Basic knowledge of welding processes, pipefitting techniques, and fabrication

practices, or a willingness to learn.

• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and pipefitting

tools.

• Strong mathematical and measurement skills.

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating with the

construction team.

• Commitment to producing quality work and maintaining a safe work environment.

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.

• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Enrollment in or completion of a welding, pipefitting, or mechanical trades program

preferred.

• Previous construction, manufacturing, fabrication, welding, or pipefitting

experience is a plus but not required.

• OSHA 10 certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

• AWS welding certification is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, crouching, and overhead

work.

• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, and elevated work platforms.

• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor weather conditions.

• Frequent exposure to heat, sparks, noise, dust, and welding fumes while wearing

required PPE.

• Must possess the ability to adjust focus for close-up work, with or without

correction.