Pipeline Welder

Job Description

Job Description Single-Hand Field Welder Location: Front Range, Colorado

Pay: $30.00 - $37.00+/hour DOE

Schedule: Day Shift Primarily | Overtime Required | 50-60 Hours Weekly

Join Our Team We are seeking experienced Single-Hand Field Welders to join our growing team performing water pipeline construction and fabrication projects throughout Colorado's Front Range. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled welder who enjoys field work, takes pride in quality craftsmanship, and can work independently in a variety of jobsite environments.

This position offers consistent overtime, competitive pay, company-provided equipment, and the opportunity to work on large-diameter water transmission pipeline projects.

What You'll Do • Perform field welding on water pipeline construction projects.

• Weld large-diameter pipe systems, including internal welds on 36" diameter pipe and larger.
• Complete pipe fabrication and structural welding as required.
• Read and interpret weld procedures, blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols.
• Work independently at remote job locations when necessary.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship while meeting production schedules.
• Follow all company safety policies and project-specific requirements.

Required Experience & Skills • Minimum 3 years of pipe welding experience.

• Experience welding pipe and pipe fittings using SMAW and FCAW processes.
• Experience with downhill pipe welding.
• Structural steel welding experience.
• Strong understanding of weld specifications and welding symbols.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Safety-focused mindset.

Preferred Qualifications • TIG welding experience (higher pay potential).

• Stainless steel welding experience.
• Aluminum welding experience.
• Water pipeline construction experience.

Welding Tests Required Pipe Test • 6G Position

• 6" Schedule 80 Pipe
• 6010 Downhill Root and Hot Pass
• 7018 Uphill Fill and Cap

Plate Test • 3G and 4G Positions

• Dual Shield Flux Core Wire
• Backing Bar Required

TIG Test (If Applicable) • 2" Schedule 40 Pipe

• 6G Position

Requirements • Valid driver's license with clean driving record (MVR).

• Ability to travel to jobsites throughout the Front Range of Colorado.
• Successful completion of:
• Background check
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening (including THC)
• Ongoing random drug testing
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Willingness to work 50-60 hours per week.
• Must be available for overtime, weekend work, early mornings, and occasional night shifts.
• Flexible schedule and ability to adapt to changing work locations.

Equipment Provided We provide:

• Company welding truck
• Welding machine maintenance
• Grinders
• Consumables
• Specialty tools
• Safety equipment and PPE

Employees are responsible for providing:

• Welding hood
• Layout tools
• Personal hand tools

Compensation $30.00-$37.00+/hour DOE

Additional compensation may be available for candidates with advanced TIG welding, stainless steel, aluminum, and water pipeline experience.

If you're a skilled field welder looking for steady work, strong earning potential, and challenging pipeline projects, we'd like to hear from you.