Welder/Fabricator Skid-Mounted Pump Systems

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator to support the custom building of skid-mounted pump systems (skid boosters) for lift station applications. These systems are pre-assembled frames designed to support pumps motors piping valves and controls used in wastewater and water boosting.

This role requires an experienced professional capable of producing strong corrosion-resistant welds that meet safety pressure and applicable code requirements.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Welding Process Proficiency

• Experience with multiple welding processes
• Ability to select and switch processes based on material type and welding position

Fabrication and Shop Skills

• Ability to read and work from:
  • Blueprints
  • Engineering drawings
  • Welding symbols
  • Isometric drawings (ISOs)
• Structural fabrication experience including:
  • Cutting fitting aligning and assembling metal frames (I-beams channels plates)
• Pipe welding and fitting:
  • Stainless steel and carbon steel piping
  • Flanges and valves
• Proficiency with fabrication equipment and tools including:
  • Saws press brakes shears grinders torches
  • Layout tools and precision measurement instruments (calipers squares levels)
• Ability to build to tolerances and work with heavy assemblies using cranes and forklifts

Material Knowledge

• Experience working with:
  • Carbon steel (structural frames)
  • Stainless steel (wet/end components)
• Understanding of:
  • Corrosion resistance
  • Material selection
  • Weldability in moist and chemical environments

Relevant Experience

• Experience with:
  • Pump skids
  • Booster systems
  • Lift stations or similar packaged equipment
• Background in wastewater or water applications
• Ability to perform custom fabrication work not limited to production welding

Soft and Practical Skills

• Strong attention to detail and quality control including visual inspection and weld measurement
• Safety awareness including use of PPE and understanding of hot work and confined space practices
• Physical stamina and strong hand-eye coordination
• Problem-solving ability for custom builds
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers and designers