Pipe Welder

Combo WelderJob DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced and skilled combo welder to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for interpreting project plans, blueprints, and welding symbols to perform tasks accurately. This role requires proficiency in various welding techniques and materials, and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in varying conditions.ResponsibilitiesInterpret project plans, blueprints, weld symbols, and other written instructions and diagrams to perform tasks accurately.Follow project specifications, Quality Control program documents, and understand Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).Perform GTAW, SMAW, FACW, GMAW, and other mixed types of welds based on project needs.Work with pipe materials including stainless steel, various types of chrome, and carbon pipe.Select proper fillers for welding tasks based on welding procedure specifications.Prepare welding surfaces per welding procedure to achieve proper joint detail.Assist pipe fitters with pulling measurements, prepping work areas, and other necessary tasks to complete the job.Work up to a 12-hour shift performing hard physical labor in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.Maintain physical strength and stamina; use arms, hands, and legs fully; push, pull, lift, and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.Perform tasks repetitively and continuously for several-hour intervals.Essential SkillsConsiderable experience welding GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), and FCAW.Ability to pass a vertical welding test.Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and welding symbols.Experience with various welding techniques including Flux Core, MIG, TIG, and Sub-Arc.Proficiency in pipe welding with materials such as carbon steel and stainless steel.Additional Skills & QualificationsPipe welding certification is highly desirable.1+ year of combo pipe welding experience (3G vertical, 4G vertical tests).Ability to pass the Unlimited 6G pipe test.Pipe-fitting experience is preferred.Purge welding experience is a plus.Why Work Here?This position offers excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and a healthy backlog of work. You will have the chance to work overtime, both in the field and in the shop, and can transition to a permanent role with additional benefits after 4 months.Work EnvironmentThe work environment includes a shop location at 406 East Pioneer Street, Phoenix, Arizona, with the option to move to a field role if desired. During the initial ramp-up period, the work schedule is a swing shift from Monday to Saturday, 3 PM to 1 AM, with 40-60 work weeks. After 4 months, employees can qualify for a shift differential for continuing on the swing shift or move to the first shift likely around Christmas time.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, Arizona.About Aerotek:We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.