Pipe Welder - Stainless and Carbon
Kelso Industries
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Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety
At Kelso Industries, 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.
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Job Title: Welder
Location: Duncan, SC
Schedule: 1st Shift
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Summary
We are seeking skilled Welders to support fabrication of piping systems and mechanical
assemblies. This role is responsible for performing high-quality welds in accordance with drawings, specifications, and WPS requirements. Welders must demonstrate strong technical ability,
attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and production standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform GTAW (TIG) welding on carbon steel and stainless-steel piping
- Complete welds in accordance with WPS, drawings, and customer specifications
- Read and interpret isometric drawings, spool sheets, and welding symbols
- Prepare, fit, and weld pipe to required specifications
- Perform additional welding processes including GMAW and FCAW as needed
- Inspect welds to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with standards
- Maintain proper use of welding equipment and tools
- Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and shop protocols
- Communicate with supervisors, QC, and fitters to ensure production flow
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
Additional Duties
- Assist other departments as needed to support production flow
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and efficiency efforts
- Perform basic equipment and tool inspections
- Support production deadlines and workflow demands
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2+ years of pipe welding experience
- Must pass:
- 2” carbon monster coupon in 6G position
- 2” schedule 10 stainless steel test in 6G
- GTAW (TIG) all the way out
- Additional testing includes GMAW and FCAW in 6G on 6” carbon pipe
- Ability to read and interpret welding symbols and WPS documents
- Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a shop environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to operate mobile equipment when .
- Experience in Automatic Welding
- Ability to understand Radiographic Testing overlays
Team Support & Collaboration
- Work closely with fitters, QC, and supervisors
- Maintain strong communication to ensure efficiency of workflow
- Support a team-oriented, safety-first culture
Why Join Us
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and production
- Consistent shop-based work (no travel)
- Stable workload supporting ongoing fabrication projects
- Strong emphasis on quality, organization, and teamwork
- Opportunity for growth and skill development
- Competitive pay and benefits
Why Join Kelso Industries?
Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Here you will experience:
Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.
Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.
Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.
Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business
About this role
Kelso Industries is looking for an experienced pipe welder to join their fabrication team in Duncan, South Carolina on the first shift. You'll perform high-quality GTAW (TIG) welds on carbon steel and stainless steel piping systems, reading isometric drawings and welding symbols to meet customer specifications and WPS requirements. The role involves preparing and fitting pipe, inspecting finished welds for compliance, and occasionally working with GMAW and FCAW processes as needed. You'll collaborate closely with fitters, quality control, and supervisors to maintain production flow while adhering to strict safety and shop protocols.
This position requires a minimum of two years of pipe welding experience and the ability to pass specific qualification tests: a 2" carbon monster coupon in 6G position, a 2" schedule 10 stainless steel test in 6G GTAW, and additional GMAW and FCAW tests on 6" carbon pipe. You should be comfortable reading welding symbols and WPS documents, lifting up to 50 pounds regularly, and working in a shop environment. Experience with radiographic testing overlays and automatic welding processes is preferred but not required.
Kelso Industries emphasizes safety, quality, and consistent shop-based work with no travel. The role offers stable, ongoing fabrication work, opportunities for skill development, and competitive pay and benefits within a team-oriented culture.
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