Abbott

Overview

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. The Maintenance Welder/Pipefitter position in Casa Grande, AZ, is critical for maintaining, repairing, and installing equipment and facility infrastructure to support safe and efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, fabrication, installation, and repair of process equipment, piping systems, and facility structures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications to plan and complete work assignments.
• Select appropriate welding methods and materials based on job requirements.
• Maintain and repair equipment including pipelines, pumps, forklifts, tractors, railings, tanks, and other plant assets.
• Cut, fit, grind, and prepare metal components for welding and installation.
• Perform pipe purging using inert gases to ensure weld integrity.
• Conduct TIG, MIG, SMAW, gas cutting, soldering, and aluminum welding operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and system issues, identify root causes, and implement effective repairs.
• Install and modify piping systems, valves, and related mechanical components.
• Complete maintenance projects and equipment installations efficiently while meeting quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Production and Operations teams to minimize disruptions.
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, and engineering standards and procedures.
• Participate in training and certification programs, including welding certifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proven experience in industrial welding, fabrication, pipefitting, and mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints, technical drawings, and engineering standards.
• Proficiency with TIG, MIG, SMAW, gas cutting equipment, and related welding tools.
• Strong working knowledge of piping systems, valves, and mechanical equipment.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and gauges.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Solid mathematical skills, including shop math, fractions, and angle calculations.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required welding certifications, including ASME certifications as applicable.
• Must have at least 5 years industrial or commercial experience in a related field, an apprenticeship in welding/pipefitting, or military training in a related field.
• Good communication skills (oral and written), and some computer knowledge to work with a computer management system are needed.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401k
• Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Information

• Shift: Monday to Friday 7am to 3:30pm.
• Location: Casa Grande, Arizona.