Traveling Field Construction Welder

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. 🔥 Build something that matters! Traveling Field Construction Welder If you’re a skilled welder who thrives in the field — working from blueprints, solving problems hands‐on, and delivering quality welds where performance truly matters — this role was built for you. As a Traveling Field Construction Welder, you won’t just be welding parts. You’ll be fabricating and repairing semi‐complex components that support critical construction and industrial operations. Your craftsmanship, accuracy, and commitment to safety ensure that equipment performs as designed in real‐world conditions. This is a role for someone who values precision, accountability, and pride in their work. 🔥 Why This Role Is Different

• Your work directly impacts safety, performance, and structural integrity of
• You’ll work across multiple welding processes — not just one.
• You’re trusted to read drawings, make adjustments, and recommend improvements.
• You’ll support real construction and field operations — not just shop work.
• You’ll have access to training and AWS certification opportunities.
• You’ll be part of a team that values quality, ownership, and continuous improvement. 🛠 What You’ll Be Doing
• Performing welding operations using SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and Carbon Arc welding, for both A36 & 304LSS
• Interpreting engineered drawings, weld symbols, and dimensions
• Fitting, aligning, calibrating, and adjusting components to meet exact tolerances.
• Fabricating and repairing semi‐complex parts from raw materials.
• Following red‐line changes and recommending process or design improvements
• Troubleshooting and repairing consumable failures (spring liners, nozzle insulators, tips, etc.)
• Using hand and power tools including grinders and chipping hammers
• Troubleshooting welding machines and equipment issues
• Supporting daily housekeeping
• Working closely with supervisors, managers, and peers to deliver quality work on schedule and under budget
• Meeting internal and external customer expectations consistently 📍 Where You’ll Make an Impact You’ll support field and construction operations, fabricating and repairing components that must meet exact standards in demanding environments. Your work contributes directly to job‐site success, safety, and customer satisfaction. 🎯 What We’re Looking For
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid TWIC Card or ability to obtain
• 2+ years of relevant welding and fabrication experience
• Proven proficiency in:
• SMAW
• FCAW
• GMAW
• Carbon Arc Welding
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
• Experience operating a wide range of hand and power tools.
• Demonstrate Fit for Duty by passing a physical examination.
• Ability to obtain AWS certifications (training provided)
• Mechanical aptitude and problem‐solving skills.
• Safety-first mindset and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with field and shop teams.
• OSHA 10 / OSHA 30 Card Holder or ability to achieve within the first 6 months of employment. 💪 Who Thrives Here You know a good weld isn’t just about looks — it’s about penetration, tolerance, and performance. You follow procedures, but you also speak up when something can be improved. You take pride in clean, consistent work and understand that your work carries responsibility long after the job is done. You are self-motivated and team oriented. 💰 What We Offer Our Total Rewards Program goes far beyond base pay and includes:
• $26–$30/hour, based on experience
• Meal Per Diem – Hotel covered by Xylem!
• 20 days PTO to start + paid holidays.
• Day one medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous retirement savings plan with company contribution – 401K
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career progression and skill development
• Wellness programs and employee discounts
• Recognition and reward programs
• Training and AWS certification opportunities
• Mobilization/Travel Pay 🚀 Ready to Something That Matters? If you’re looking for more than just another welding job — and want field‐based work, varied challenges, and long‐term growth — we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help build critical infrastructure that our customers and communities rely on. Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation