Fab Shop Welder - entry to mid level

Location: 

Phoenix, AZ, US

Requisition ID: 158287 

Jet Pipe Industries Co., a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, is a one-stop shop for fire protection contractors.  Jet Pipe is a full line distributor and fabricator for both commercial and residential fire protection systems.  Our commitment to customer satisfaction includes trained and dedicated employees, state-of-the-art fabrication equipment, on-site delivery, and a variety of resale products.

Position Summary

Work with various welding machines and equipment as a part of a welding assembly line. Operate welding equipment for end prep of pipe using techniques such as Stick, Mig, Wire, Air Arc, Trackwork, and Plasma

Experience Level

Entry Level, Intermediate 

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

  • Operates, preps, and sets various welding machines which includes Robot, NAP, and Cypress. 
  • Works on will-call orders to layout specifications.
  • Handles pipes and materials weighing up to 50 lbs; at times lifting repetitively and/or shuffling materials down an assembly line onto a layout table, welding stand, or cart/dolly. 
  • Performs air pressure test and visual inspections on welded piping to assure quality products. 
  • Uses basic reading and writing skills to interpret layout plans and labels.
  • Works in a warehouse environment in hot and cold weather conditions, and with exposure to sparks and glares.

Qualifications

  • May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  • Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position and at least 1 year of basic welding experience.
  • Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
  • Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.

Requirements

  • Able to meet all physical requirements. 
  • Must have all required tools.
  • Able to work outdoors/inside of a warehouse in all weather conditions and be exposed to sparks and glares.
  • Able to work overtime and weekends as required by the workload.
  • Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.
  • All candidates offered a position must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen. 

What Jet Pipe has to offer

  • Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Weekly paydays. 
  • Up to 4% Employer Match on all 401k contributions. 
  • Fantastic Employee Assistance Program offering up to 12 free support visits annually. 
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents. 
  • Opportunities for training and growth, which can lead to pay raises! 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.


Few contractors can build what Jet Pipe builds, the way Jet Pipe builds it. We only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best

As a full line distributor and fabricator for both commercial and residential systems, Jet Pipe offers opportunities to make an impact in various aspects of the fire protection industry. Our commitment to customer satisfaction encompasses trained, dedicated teams of expert employees and state-of-the-art fabrication equipment.


Nearest Major Market: Phoenix