Journeyman Combo Welder / Pipe Fitter

Job Title : Combo Welder / Fitter – Field-Based

Location : Kansas City Metro Area

Compensation : $25-35 / hour (Based on Experience) + Bonuses

Benefits : 100% Employer-Paid Health, Overtime, Per Diem (as applicable), Advancement Opportunities

JARBO is hiring a Combo Welder / Fitter for a field-based role in the Kansas City Metro!

Our client is a top-tier provider of fabrication, welding, and mechanical services across commercial and industrial sectors. This is a journeyman-level position working on-site with a team that values safety, quality, and craftsmanship.

Position Overview :

As a Combo Welder / Fitter , you’ll perform a variety of welding and fabrication tasks—primarily Stick and Flux-Core welding—along with MIG and TIG as needed. This hands-on role supports the installation and repair of hydronic heating and cooling systems across job sites. Candidates must have field experience and be comfortable reading blueprints, working with pipe systems, and collaborating closely with installation teams.

Key Responsibilities :

Weld and fabricate components using Stick, Flux-Core, MIG, and TIG techniques

Cut, thread, and bend pipes for hydronic heating / cooling systems

Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and layout plans

Install boilers, radiant floor heating, pumps, and related mechanical systems

Perform pressure / leak tests and ensure compliance with safety codes

Collaborate with HVAC techs, pipefitters, and engineers on system layout

Maintain welding equipment, tools, and ensure safe operation

Troubleshoot and repair hydronic systems when needed

Follow jobsite safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE

Qualifications :

3+ years of field welding experience (Stick and Flux required)

Proficient in MIG, TIG, and Flux-Core welding techniques

Knowledge of hydronic / mechanical system installation (preferred)

Ability to read blueprints, piping layouts, and schematics

AWS Certification or similar is highly desirable

High school diploma or GED required; vocational training preferred

Physically able to lift 50+ lbs and work in tight or elevated spaces

What’s in it for You :

Competitive hourly pay + bonuses

100% employer-paid health insurance

Overtime pay & per diem (when applicable)

Strong team culture focused on safety and quality

Opportunity for professional development & certifications