Shop Pipe Welder
Rk
Fabricate and weld pipe assemblies to ASME/B31 standards in a shop setting.
16 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Denver, CO
Onsite
Company Size
1,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Facility Operation
Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Plumbing
Structural Metal Framing
Construction Services
Advanced Fabrication
Building Services
Sector Specialisms
Mechanical
Service
Steel
Energy
Water
Electrical
Construction
Manufacturing
Role
What you would be doing
x‑ray welding
blueprint reading
preventive maintenance
production tracking
skill training
defect identification
- Communicate status of orders to the foreman or shop superintendent.
- Perform prioritized work flow assignments as directed by foreman or shop superintendent.
- Follow P&IDS for assembly tracks on projects.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area.
- Read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately create equipment and products..
- Prioritize work flow through effective communication with management staff.
- Maintain weld machines using preventative maintenance methods.
- Work closely with other fabricators, welders and laborers to improve their skills and provide training.
- Continually evaluate weld machine performance and technology to improve cycle times.
- Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
- Work in all types of weather.
- Using shop blueprints, Fit up X-ray quality weld joints.
- Working with overheard cranes, jib cranes, and forklifts.
- Assist shop foreman or superintendent with production tracking and to insure production goals are met.
- Receives minimal supervision, coordinates own tasks with a specific range of responsibilities under established procedures.
- Operate trade specific machinery and trade specific tools (i.e., calipers, weld gauges, tape measures, and other welding hand tool).
- Identify product defects and effectively communicate defects to project foreman.
- Perform X-Ray Quality Welds on process piping, hydronics, and pressure vessels.
- Create specific weldment set-ups and fixturing to meet geometric requirements.
What you bring
asme b31
6g gmaw
5 years
metallurgy
mig welding
welder certification
- Requires judgment or initiative in resolving issues and making recommendations.
- ASME Pressure Vessel, Piping, Welding to B31.1, 31.3, 31.9 Criteria.
- Within one week of hire must be capable of passing a 6G GMAW weld test. Also to include SMAW, GTAW, pulse highly desired skills.
- 5 years of experience, 3 years welding experience minimum preferred.
- Knowledge of metallurgy.
- Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
- Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- At 60 Days after being hired, employee must provide his/her set of hand tools. ( Hammer, pliers, channel locks, sockets, tape measurer... etc.)
- Familiarity with welding on a rotator, understands fitting up with a rotator in mind.
- Ability to maintain welder certification per customer and company procedure specifications.
- Knowledge of pipe trade tools (Two-Hole Pins, Center-finders, Pipe wraps, Angle finders)
- Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
- Knowledge of various welding techniques, including MIG and ARC welding processes. Familiarity with TIG a plus.
- Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 lbs. occasionally, and/or 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
- Knowledge of manual and mechanical welding techniques.
- Prior to being hired must be capable of proficiently passing 6G FCAW weld test.
- Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program
- Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
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Company
Overview
1963
Year Founded
The company traces its roots back to its founding in Colorado.
1985
Year Incorporated
The company became officially incorporated, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey.
- Headquartered in Denver with strategic facilities in Aurora, Henderson, Phoenix and Salt Lake City, it now anchors the Mountain West skyline.
- Combining construction, advanced fabrication, CNC machining and mission‑critical services, RK delivers end‑to‑end project solutions.
- Its seven business lines—Mechanical, Steel, Electrical, Mission Critical, Energy, Water, and Service—drive diversified revenue streams.
- Projects span from hospital systems and data centers to industrial plants and water infrastructure, showcasing wide sector competence.
- Despite operating at scale, RK retains its hands‑on ethos, leveraging in‑house fabrication bays and licensed professionals.
- Its expansion into the Southwest reflects a growth mindset, investing in large, purpose-built fabrication hubs.
- A rare blend in its market, RK complements traditional construction with precision machining, metal fabrication and full‑service value delivery.
- Hard Work. Big Passion.
- Respect, teamwork, passion and advancement.
- “Can‑do” attitude and drive to excel.
- Employees feel heard, valued and fulfilled through listening tours and brown‑bag sessions.
- Annual picnic, golf outings, BBQs, years‑of‑service celebrations.
- Safety, mentorship, accountability, relationships and teamwork.
50+ LEED Experts
LEED-Accredited Professionals
The company employs over 50 professionals who are accredited in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program, demonstrating expertise in sustainable design and construction.
100+ Sustainable Projects
Completed LEED-Certified Projects
The company has successfully completed over 100 projects that meet the rigorous sustainability standards set by the LEED certification program.
- First Colorado mechanical contractor in USGBC LEED program.
- Largest portfolio of LEED-certified mechanical projects in the state.
- ISO 14001:2015 environmental management system certified.
- Equal opportunity employer policy covering sex, gender identity, disability, etc.
- No DEI‑specific strategy or gender‑based targets publicly stated.
- No gender‑split workforce data disclosed.
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