Spiral‑Weld Pipe Repair Welder (FCAW/Air Carbon Arc)

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At Thompson Pipe Group, a family-owned team of engineers, contractors, and manufacturers based in Rialto, CA, we design and produce some of North America’s most diverse drainage, sanitary, pressure, and trenchless pipe systems. Explore our work at www.thompsonpipegroup.com.

Role Snapshot

We’re hiring a Welder II who specializes in repairing and validating spirally welded cylinders. Your craft ensures each cylinder meets dimensional tolerances and performance specs before moving forward.

A Day in the Life

• On 1st shift (5:00 AM–5:00 PM) or 2nd shift (5:00 PM–5:00 AM), with weekends as needed, you begin with safety checks and a review of work orders.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of each spiral-weld cylinder for weld and base-metal discontinuities and dimensional accuracy.
• Use air carbon arc gouging to remove defects and prepare joints for rewelding; square ends with an oxy‑acetylene torch and finish with grinders.
• Execute flux‑cored weld repairs that comply with AWWA C200 and specific job requirements.
• Record all repairs and dimensions precisely to the 1/32 inch.
• Perform light maintenance on welding gear and keep your station organized and hazard-free.
• Work under general supervision and report to a crew leader and/or supervisor.

Must‑Have Qualifications

• Air carbon arc gouging proficiency (required—this is not just a plus).
• Pass a 3G test with back gouge and back weld using the FCAW process.
• Demonstrated ability to weld to ASME Section VIII, UW‑51 (100% RT X‑Ray) acceptance criteria and sustain a 92% acceptance rate.
• Experience with flux‑cored welding; SMAW and SAW experience is a plus.
• Comfort reading blueprints and setting up production welding.
• Able to follow instructions delivered in written and verbal formats.

Tools & Technologies

• MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux‑Cored Arc welders
• Oxy‑acetylene torch, hand‑held grinders, measuring tools

Core Competencies

• Problem solving and innovation; solid judgment and continuous improvement mindset
• Organizational support; follows policies and aligns to company values
• Clear communication; reads, writes, presents data effectively; participates well in team settings
• Self‑management, dependable attendance, and flexibility

Work Environment

• Exposure at times to fumes/airborne particles and electrical hazards
• Active production site with cranes, heavy equipment, and power tools
• Outdoor conditions with changing weather
• Confined or awkward spaces; work at heights (ladders, scaffolding, rooftops)
• Loud industrial noise (e.g., metal forming operations, heavy machinery)

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching; full range of motion required
• Repeated climbing of vertical ladders
• Lift/move regularly up to 25 lbs, frequently up to 50 lbs, and occasionally up to 100 lbs
• Apply 75 ft‑lbs of torque for assembly/dismantling/erection/installation of structures, tank jigs, scaffolding, etc.
• Regularly swing a 10‑lb hammer
• Vision needs: near/far, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Schedule & Location

• 1st Shift: 5:00 AM–5:00 PM; 2nd Shift: 5:00 PM–5:00 AM; weekends as needed
• Work Location: In person

What We Offer

• Top‑tier Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life and Supplemental Life insurance
• Company‑matched 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Fun events
• Training and development
• Employee discounts
• Career growth opportunity

Proficiencies

• Production welding setups
• Blueprint interpretation
• Air carbon arc gouging
• General welding proficiency

Equal Opportunity

EOE/AA – M/F/Vet/Disability

Thompson Pipe Group – Pressure is an Equal Opportunity Employer Continue