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Industrial Welding & Pipefitting Technician

Cushman Wakefield Multifamily, Eddyville, IA, United States


Industrial Welding & Pipefitting Technician

Overview
This position will focus on repair and fabrication of pipe, sheet, and structural assemblies in manufacturing facility environments.

Location: Eddyville, IA

Salary: Up to $40.19 with experience

Hours: Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Benefits

Weekly pay on Fridays.

Comprehensive benefits starting day one, including employee perks and daily pay program.

Advancement opportunities.

Training to work in a cutting‑edge facility.

Company‑provided safety apparel and uniforms.

Responsibilities

Work in a team‑oriented and safety‑conscious environment. Safety First expectations include PJHA process, Observation process, and compliance with all company/site safety guidelines and procedures.

Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on tanks, vessels, piping systems and structural systems.

Rig and lift equipment, tools, parts and assemblies in accordance with rigging and lifting policy.

Work independently without supervision.

Layout and fabricate new or replacement piping systems, and install valves and related equipment. Perform repairs and preventive maintenance in conformance with established standards.

Have working knowledge of blueprint reading, isometric diagram interpretation, and be able to be certified to B31.1 and B31.3 Pipe Welding Code (6‑G position) in carbon and stainless steel. Lay out, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications.

Tack‑weld and weld components and assemblies using GTAW, SMAW, MIG and gas welding processes. Use plasma machine, acetylene torch, band saw and cut‑off machines to size material. Use pipe threading and cutting machine to prep threaded pipe.

Observe tests on welded surfaces such as hydrostatic, x‑ray, and dimensional tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications. Inspect grooves, angles, or gap allowances using micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments. Remove rough spots from workpiece using portable grinder, hand file or scraper.

Decipher engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly and welding operations. Develop templates and other work aids to hold and align parts. Identify required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.

Work from elevated areas such as ladders, platforms, scaffolding and use fall protection equipment as necessary.

Operate simple and complex heavy industrial equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts and skid loaders.

Work in confined spaces.

Have flexibility to work all shifts, including holidays and weekends as demanded.

Perform other tasks, including mechanical repairs and maintenance, as assigned by Supervisor.

Ensure compliance with all company/customer regulations, policies and procedures.

Achieve performance expectations set forth in performance appraisals and employee development planning.

Maintain personal tools required for the job, including an up‑to‑date documented personal tool list supplied at employment.

Meet physical requirements of the job, which will be provided prior to employment.

Perform assigned tasks safely, effectively and efficiently.

Complete accurate and timely administrative duties, including time accounting and work order completion.

Note:

This job description summarizes the duties of two types of welders. Pipe Fitters perform much of the preparation work while Pipe Welders are certified and perform the actual welding. We are seeking a certified individual willing and able to perform the duties of both Pipe Fitter and Pipe Welder.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; AA degree in Welding preferred.

0–5 years of industrial pipe fitting, pipe welding and repairs experience.

0–5 years of education in industrial maintenance technologies preferred.

Current valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands

Observe details at close range.

Problem sensitivity – recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.

Control precision – quickly and repeatedly adjust machine or vehicle controls to exact positions.

Manual dexterity – quickly grasp, manipulate or assemble objects.

Substantial lifting (up to 50 pounds).

Stand and walk for extended or continuous periods.

Bend, stretch, twist or reach out quickly.

Ascend and descend staircases, ladders, and/or step stools.

Operate applicable hand tools, power tools and equipment.

Communicate information and ideas clearly.

Deductive reasoning – apply general rules to specific problems.

Information ordering – arrange things or actions in a specific order or pattern.

Work Environment
The work environment is an on‑site manufacturing facility with frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious locations, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical shock, vibration, extreme heat and cold, wet and humid conditions, and loud noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity
C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please call the ADA line at

1-888-365-5406

or email your request. Refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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