Construction Welder / Pipefitter Apprentice
Indianapolis, IN (MEP HQ) · On-site
About this role
Duties/Responsibilities
• Assist with the fabrication, assembly, fitting, installation, and welding of process
piping, mechanical piping, structural steel, and miscellaneous metal components.
• Measure, cut, bevel, thread, fit, and prepare pipe for welding and installation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, piping schematics, weld
symbols, and project specifications.
• Perform routine MIG, TIG, Stick (SMAW), and/or Flux-Cored (FCAW) welding tasks
appropriate to experience and skill level.
• Assemble and install carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, and other piping systems
in accordance with project specifications.
• Assist with field installation of piping systems, equipment connections, supports,
hangers, and structural components.
• Perform routine fabrication, pipefitting, and welding tasks independently while
seeking guidance on more complex assignments.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards, proper fit-up, and project
specifications are met.
• Operate welding machines, pipe threading equipment, grinders, saws, cutting
torches, and other fabrication tools safely and effectively.
• Assist with the fabrication, assembly, fitting, installation, and welding of process
piping, mechanical piping, structural steel, and miscellaneous metal components.
• Measure, cut, bevel, thread, fit, and prepare pipe for welding and installation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, piping schematics, weld
symbols, and project specifications.
• Perform routine MIG, TIG, Stick (SMAW), and/or Flux-Cored (FCAW) welding tasks
appropriate to experience and skill level.
• Assemble and install carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, and other piping systems
in accordance with project specifications.
• Assist with field installation of piping systems, equipment connections, supports,
hangers, and structural components.
• Perform routine fabrication, pipefitting, and welding tasks independently while
seeking guidance on more complex assignments.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards, proper fit-up, and project
specifications are met.
• Operate welding machines, pipe threading equipment, grinders, saws, cutting
torches, and other fabrication tools safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work completed and materials used.
• Coordinate with foremen, project managers, and other trades to support project
schedules.
• Maintain company tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized
condition.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and job site safety
requirements.
• Identify and report job site hazards and assist in maintaining a safe work
environment.
• Participate in apprenticeship training, technical education, and ongoing
professional development to build welding, fabrication, and pipefitting skills.
Required Skills/Abilities
• Basic mechanical aptitude and a strong interest in pursuing a career in welding and
pipefitting.
• Ability to read or learn to read blueprints, piping drawings, fabrication drawings, and
weld symbols.
• Basic knowledge of welding processes, pipefitting techniques, and fabrication
practices, or a willingness to learn.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and pipefitting
tools.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating with the
construction team.
• Commitment to producing quality work and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Coordinate with foremen, project managers, and other trades to support project
schedules.
• Maintain company tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized
condition.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and job site safety
requirements.
• Identify and report job site hazards and assist in maintaining a safe work
environment.
• Participate in apprenticeship training, technical education, and ongoing
professional development to build welding, fabrication, and pipefitting skills.
Required Skills/Abilities
• Basic mechanical aptitude and a strong interest in pursuing a career in welding and
pipefitting.
• Ability to read or learn to read blueprints, piping drawings, fabrication drawings, and
weld symbols.
• Basic knowledge of welding processes, pipefitting techniques, and fabrication
practices, or a willingness to learn.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and pipefitting
tools.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating with the
construction team.
• Commitment to producing quality work and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
Education and Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment in or completion of a welding, pipefitting, or mechanical trades program
preferred.
• Previous construction, manufacturing, fabrication, welding, or pipefitting
experience is a plus but not required.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• AWS welding certification is a plus but not required.
Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, crouching, and overhead
work.
• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, and elevated work platforms.
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor weather conditions.
• Frequent exposure to heat, sparks, noise, dust, and welding fumes while wearing
required PPE.
• Must possess the ability to adjust focus for close-up work, with or without
correction.
Education and Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrollment in or completion of a welding, pipefitting, or mechanical trades program
preferred.
• Previous construction, manufacturing, fabrication, welding, or pipefitting
experience is a plus but not required.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• AWS welding certification is a plus but not required.
Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, crouching, and overhead
work.
• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, and elevated work platforms.
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor weather conditions.
• Frequent exposure to heat, sparks, noise, dust, and welding fumes while wearing
required PPE.
• Must possess the ability to adjust focus for close-up work, with or without
correction.
Company at a glance
Edwards Electrical & Mechanical has been providing Electrical & Mechanical Service and Construction solutions since 1968. Edwards Electrical & Mechanical is a merit shop employer, providing a wide range of HVAC, and electrical construction related services to institutional, industrial and commercial customers.We offer heating, ventilation and air conditioning services, refrigeration, electrical, sheet metal, process piping, facility controls, plumbing and certified welding.
Founded1968
Team Size201-500 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryConstruction
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Websiteedwards-elec.com
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