Pipeline Welder

Describe overall job purpose.

Qualified candidates must possess knowledge, skills, and job experience in order to perform tasks and assignments associated with pipeline design, construction, operations, and maintenance of hazardous liquids pipeline systems. This position requires the individual to follow all company standards so that work tasks and assignments are completed in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to completion of pipeline operations and maintenance tasks and projects in support of facility, pipeline, corrosion, measurement, controls, and engineering projects. Additional responsibilities may include heavy equipment operation, mowing, weed eating, painting, spill and emergency response, building maintenance, pipeline inspection, line locates, etc. Incumbents will be required to pass multiple company welding qualification tests according to API 1104 in addition to possessing and maintaining a valid state welding certification. This position requires a valid Class D driver’s license and a clean driving record. 

List any education, certifications, licenses, etc. required for the position.   

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must possess a valid state welding certification
• Must possess knowledge, skills, and job-related experience to have completed a welding certification program 

• Must have 2+ years’ experience as a pipeline welder with knowledge of API 1104 welding regulations
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• Ability to work with a computer and interface with various levels of management
• Work with blueprints, sketches, and diagrams
• Knowledge of transmission pipeline systems and pump stations
• Participation in the development of O & M procedures, site specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans
• Heavy equipment operations are a plus
• Fluent in English, oral and written required
• Ability to adjust schedule to meet business needs 

• Adherence to all company standards and procedures
• Clean driving record and maintain current valid driver’s license
• Possess leadership skills (i.e., relief supervisor contractor oversight, crew operations, etc.)
• Compliance responsibilities include performing regulatory procedures, equipment inspections, and accurate procedural documentation
• Must understand and comply with Federal, State, and local regulations including company standards and procedures
• Ability to travel as needed