Pipe Welder / Vessel Welder

Summit Skilled Solutions • Full-time • East Palestine, Ohio, United States • $28 - $32 / hour • 1m ago

ASME Pipe Welder – Stainless Steel (MIG & FCAW)
Vessel & Piping Fabrication | Shop-Based Role

We are hiring an experienced Pipe Welder with a strong background in stainless steel welding within an ASME code environment. This role supports the fabrication of pressure vessels and piping systems used across multiple industrial sectors. The ideal candidate demonstrates precision, code compliance knowledge, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Weld and fabricate stainless steel pipe and vessel components in accordance with ASME code requirements
Perform MIG (GMAW) and Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) on stainless steel pipe
Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, isometrics, and fabrication drawings
Set up and adjust welding equipment and fixtures per WPS specifications
Prepare materials through cleaning, beveling, grinding, and proper fit-up
Inspect completed welds to ensure compliance with quality standards and ASME requirements
Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant work environment
Collaborate with supervisors, fitters, and fellow welders to meet production deadlines

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience welding pipe or vessels in an ASME code shop
Strong blueprint reading and print interpretation skills
Ability to work independently and within a team-based fabrication environment
High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality welds
Ability to pass a 6G MIG (GMAW) and FCAW weld test on stainless steel pipe
Working knowledge of welding metallurgy, joint preparation, and welding parameters

Compensation & Benefits