Welder Stoppel Combination COH

***Living Requirements: Must live within 30 minutes of at least one of the Columbus Operating Areas

**Essential Functions**

+ Required to understand and apply all welding specifications and procedures to be used for the construction, fabrication, and maintenance on all pipeline facilities, including casings, within the Companies of NiSource Distribution Operations.

+ Welder performs electric arc welding (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) duties on natural gas pressurized steel piping, equipment, and fittings in accordance with NiSource Distribution Operations approved welding procedures.

+ Uses oxyacetylene to cut and for fabricating material.

+ Welder/Stopple Combination in addition to being a qualified welder, performs hot tapping operations, plugging operations, and setting completion plugs on all sizes and pressures of natural gas pipelines.

+ Responsible for maintaining all welding equipment and pipe drilling, tapping, and plugging equipment.

**Required Qualifications For Position**

+ Must have earned a high school diploma or equivalent

+ A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in plant-field and /or natural gas construction operations.

+ Describe any previous welding experience and/or experience operating drilling and plugging equipment

+ Job requires working in all weather conditions.

+ Job requires working in confined spaces and awkward positions.

+ Knowledgeable of tie-in and purging procedures.

+ Knowledgeable of monitoring pressure and gas flow.

+ Required to maintain and operate equipment that is used for cutting or drilling, plugging operations, and setting completion plugs on natural gas pipeline systems.

+ Must be able to successfully pass post offer physical capacity test, if required.

+ Working knowledge of operations policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state and local codes/regulations, including OSHA regulations concerning pipeline safety and underground construction practices.

+ Self-motivation and demonstrated ability to work with little direct supervision and make sound, independent decisions.

+ Demonstrated ability to work in team environment (e.g., field operations, technical operations, contractors, integration center).

+ Must be physically able to negotiate variety of terrain and building structures. Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions and physically demanding situations.

+ Must have mechanical aptitude and demonstrated skills in the use of hand tools.

+ Must have strong analytical skills. Ability to apply basic math as it relates to pipefitting and welding operations

+ Must have strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.

+ DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to operate a company vehicle. Upon Hire

**Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position**

+ Preference will be given to candidates with Stoppel & Welding qualification

_As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations._

**Work Authorization**

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

**Workplace Connection**

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

**Equal Employment Opportunity**

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

**By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.**

**Safety Statement**

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

**Salary Range

$48.50 - $54.89

**_*The salary offered to a candidate is_** **_based on several factors including_** **_but not limited to_** **_the_** **_candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience_** **_, as well as internal pay equity_** **_._**

**Posting Start Date:**

2025-08-26

**Posting End Date (if applicable):**

2025-09-05

**Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**

At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers.

We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.