Get ready to grow with us! Northwest Pipe Company is the nation’s leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products—and with over 50 years of experience, we’re just getting started! Our business is growing, and we’re looking for great people to grow with us. We’re immediately seeking a Welder I to join our Northwest Pipe team in Washington, WV. We Offer: • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance (1st of month after hire) • Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time • Weekly Paycheck • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match • Bonus Potential • Tuition Reimbursement • Safety Footwear and Eyewear Voucher (day 1 of employment) • Employee Assistance Program • Opportunities for Career Advancement • Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety Our Values: • Accountability is evident when we do what we say we are going to do and people accept responsibility for their actions. We do not point fingers and blame others. We own our actions. • Commitment is not only promising to do something, but actually investing in the necessary effort and actions to make it happen. • Teamwork is essential for competing in a challenging and constantly changing business environment. Working together across all job functions is critical to achieving our success. SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE: The Welder is responsible for performing quality welds while meeting all quality and safety standards. Under ongoing supervision, welds, cleans cuts and grinds. Assists in the departmental housekeeping and safety efforts and works collaboratively with other members of the department and production counterparts to ensure production workflow. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: • Safely and efficiently, use welding equipment such as welding machine, grinder and cutting torch. • Cleans, grinds welds and end finish as required. • Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together. • Repair welds to required specifications. • Use of tools for cutting and fitting offset. • Perform x-ray quality welds. • Properly identify (mark) pipe with the use of spray paint and or stamper. • Inspects, cleans and performs basic preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment. • Identify and report any unsafe working conditions or equipment. • Follows all OSHA safety requirements, work rules and instructions, ISO procedures, job safety analysis (JSAs) and company policies and promotes a safe culture. • Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position • Performs other duties as assigned by the lead or supervisor. SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Complete and maintain all required paperwork. • May provide support to the fabrication department. • Participates in all inventories, safety meetings and ISO audits. • Maintain housekeeping within all production, storage and waste areas. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to pass a FCAW – 2G and/or 3G weld test. • Ability to pass a SMAW – 2G, 3G and/or 7018 weld test. • Must be able to maintain a welding certification. • Must be able to operate a welding machine and grinder safely. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: • FCAW certified WORK HOURS / SHIFT: • Work hours vary or change based on operational needs. • Must be able to work on Saturdays and overtime as required. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: • One year certified welding experience in a heavy manufacturing environment preferred. • Current / valid certification in FCAW 2G and 3G and SMAW 2G, 3G and 7018 preferred. • Two or more years of experience as a certified welder in a pipe manufacturing facility highly preferred. WELDER I – this level of Welder is responsible for performing quality welds requiring little or minimum experience and must be certified welders or be able to pass a weld test. Individuals in this position work with and around, and operate, various hand tools and welding equipment. Work normally is performed under close supervision; however, close supervision is not always available for routine and repetitive tasks, which can be carried on without difficulty once they are learned. As work experience is gained and additional welding certification are obtained, the employee may be assigned to tasks that are more difficult in nature and require more responsibility. WELDER II – this level of Welder is responsible for performing duties described for a Welder I. This level of welder requires additional training, skills, certification, and experience and must receive the appropriate score on the plant specific Welder Level Card. Work normally is performed under limited to close supervision. As additional experience is gained, the employee may be assigned to tasks that are more difficult in nature and require more responsibility. WELDER III – this level of Welder is responsible for performing duties described for a Welder II. This level of welder possess advanced qualifications, experience, and must receive the appropriate score on the plant specific Welder Level Card. Work normally is performed under minimal supervision. Employees in this position may be responsible for providing on-the-job training to new employees. Our organization maintains a drug-free workplace. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successful passing of a drug test and background check. Northwest Pipe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Northwest Pipe Company reserves the right to close the position, with or without notice, if a qualified candidate is identified prior to the close date. Get ready to grow with us! Northwest Pipe Company is the nation’s leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products—and with over 50 years of experience, we’re just getting started! Our business is growing, and we’re looking for great people to grow with us. We’re immediately seeking a Welder I to join our Northwest Pipe team in Washington, WV. We Offer: • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance (1st of month after hire) • Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time • Weekly Paycheck • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match • Bonus Potential • Tuition Reimbursement • Safety Footwear and Eyewear Voucher (day 1 of employment) • Employee Assistance Program • Opportunities for Career Advancement • Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety Our Values: • Accountability is evident when we do what we say we are going to do and people accept responsibility for their actions. We do not point fingers and blame others. We own our actions. • Commitment is not only promising to do something, but actually investing in the necessary effort and actions to make it happen. • Teamwork is essential for competing in a challenging and constantly changing business environment. Working together across all job functions is critical to achieving our success. SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE: The Welder is responsible for performing quality welds while meeting all quality and safety standards. Under ongoing supervision, welds, cleans cuts and grinds. Assists in the departmental housekeeping and safety efforts and works collaboratively with other members of the department and production counterparts to ensure production workflow. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: • Safely and efficiently, use welding equipment such as welding machine, grinder and cutting torch. • Cleans, grinds welds and end finish as required. • Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together. • Repair welds to required specifications. • Use of tools for cutting and fitting offset. • Perform x-ray quality welds. • Properly identify (mark) pipe with the use of spray paint and or stamper. • Inspects, cleans and performs basic preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment. • Identify and report any unsafe working conditions or equipment. • Follows all OSHA safety requirements, work rules and instructions, ISO procedures, job safety analysis (JSAs) and company policies and promotes a safe culture. • Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position • Performs other duties as assigned by the lead or supervisor. SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Complete and maintain all required paperwork. • May provide support to the fabrication department. • Participates in all inventories, safety meetings and ISO audits. • Maintain housekeeping within all production, storage and waste areas. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to pass a FCAW – 2G and/or 3G weld test. • Ability to pass a SMAW – 2G, 3G and/or 7018 weld test. • Must be able to maintain a welding certification. • Must be able to operate a welding machine and grinder safely. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: • FCAW certified WORK HOURS / SHIFT: • Work hours vary or change based on operational needs. • Must be able to work on Saturdays and overtime as required. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: • One year certified welding experience in a heavy manufacturing environment preferred. • Current / valid certification in FCAW 2G and 3G and SMAW 2G, 3G and 7018 preferred. • Two or more years of experience as a certified welder in a pipe manufacturing facility highly preferred. WELDER I – this level of Welder is responsible for performing quality welds requiring little or minimum experience and must be certified welders or be able to pass a weld test. Individuals in this position work with and around, and operate, various hand tools and welding equipment. Work normally is performed under close supervision; however, close supervision is not always available for routine and repetitive tasks, which can be carried on without difficulty once they are learned. As work experience is gained and additional welding certification are obtained, the employee may be assigned to tasks that are more difficult in nature and require more responsibility. WELDER II – this level of Welder is responsible for performing duties described for a Welder I. This level of welder requires additional training, skills, certification, and experience and must receive the appropriate score on the plant specific Welder Level Card. Work normally is performed under limited to close supervision. As additional experience is gained, the employee may be assigned to tasks that are more difficult in nature and require more responsibility. WELDER III – this level of Welder is responsible for performing duties described for a Welder II. This level of welder possess advanced qualifications, experience, and must receive the appropriate score on the plant specific Welder Level Card. Work normally is performed under minimal supervision. Employees in this position may be responsible for providing on-the-job training to new employees. Our organization maintains a drug-free workplace. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successful passing of a drug test and background check. Northwest Pipe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Northwest Pipe Company reserves the right to close the position, with or without notice, if a qualified candidate is identified prior to the close date.
See More Details >>Job Description An API Inspector is required to support the Washington Works plant in West Virginia. The successful candidate will provide daily technical assistance and guidance for equipment inspections and welding standards, utilizing extensive knowledge of non-destructive testing techniques. The ideal candidate will assess equipment condition, perform weld inspections, assist in the design of equipment, and provide field support throughout the plant. Key Responsibilities: • Inspect equipment to national standards, identifying damaged equipment and applying appropriate inspection techniques. • Classify inspection findings as indications or defects in accordance with national standards. • Make recommendations from inspection findings and prepare written reports to document clear and accurate findings. • Provide technical support to business units and assist in developing procedures and techniques for efficiency. Repair Scopes and Techniques: • Determine equipment condition scheduled for routine inspections and determine the extent of any damage. • Presume required or recommended repairs. Techincal Directons for Welding Requirements: • Provide technical directions for welding requirements such as filler metal, process, post-weld heat treatment, etc. Review Repair Documentation: • Review repair documentation such as material certifications, Welding Procedure Specifications, Procedure Qualification Records, Welder Performance Qualifications, repair drawings, welding travelers, heat treatment records, nondestructive examination reports, etc. Certifications: • The successful candidate must pass and maintain nationally recognized certifications such as American Society for Nondestructive Testing Visual Testing Level II or American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector.
See More Details >>Welder Helper job at Frontier Environmental. Washington, PA. What you get: • Employment with a strongcompany where safety is #1 • Competitive wages • Great benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401-k with company match Qualifications: • Minimum of one year of welding experience in the Oil & Gas industry required • High School Diploma or GED required. Demonstrated related experience may be substituted for preferred education • Must passdrug screening and criminal background check What you'll do: • Model and promote good safety practices. Ensure safety is never compromised • Keep welding tools and supplies stocked, clean and organized • Set up of equipment, tools and materials needed to complete daily work assignments • Clean up work area and tools following completion of work • Cut material for fabrication using hand torches and pipe beveling equipment • Use grinders to clean pipe ends to be welded and to clean welds throughout the welding process. Demonstrate workmanship and maintain grind within weld groove • Assist in the fit of pipe joints using pipe clamps, squares, tape measuresand levels to assure proper pipe assembly • Properly ventilate work area • Perform other duties including preparing the worksite and reducing or eliminating obstructions To be successful you will need to be: • Knowledgeable in pipe welding skills and processes • Skilled at using welding equipment for cutting and hand tools and power tools • Able to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision • Able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees • Able to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally Working Conditions/Physical Demands: • Work schedule is Monday - Friday with Saturdays as required • Indoorand outdoor workin all types of weather. Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, mists, odors and vibrations. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud • Exertmore than 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or more than 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects • Must be able to see, hear, talk and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity; Climb, kneel, stand, walk crouch, stoop, reach, pull, push and other similar tasks requiring physical activity Frontier Environmental Services is a leader in infrastructure construction, site reclamation, and ongoing maintenance in the energy industry. Founded in 1992, Frontier Environmental Services is a turnkey, full-service contractor, primarily serving operations in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. Powered by JazzHR ENjvGrS9Nd
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, requiring many hours of training under experienced professionals. The American Welding Society reports 771,000 welders nationwide, with approximately 10,000 in West Virginia, and projects a 2-3% job growth from 2025. Apprentices earn an average of $1,200 per week in West Virginia, with an annual overtime average of $48,000. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $60,000 annually for experienced professionals.
