Pipe Welder
Company
Aerotek
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
25–29 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Aerotek Jobs
Job Description
Job Title: Pipe Welder
Job Description
This role focuses on TIG welding stainless steel pipe to fabricate pipe spools and metal hoses in a high-volume, fast-paced shop environment. You will primarily work with stainless steel piping ranging from 3/4" to 8" OD, with the majority between 1.5" and 4" OD in schedule 10 and schedule 40, along with some carbon steel work.
Responsibilities
• Perform high-quality TIG welding on stainless steel pipe to fabricate pipe spools and metal hoses.
• Work primarily with stainless steel piping ranging from 3/4" to 8" OD, with most work between 1.5" and 4" OD in schedule 10 and schedule 40.
• Weld both stainless steel and carbon steel pipe, with approximately 90% of work on stainless and 10% on carbon steel.
• Read and follow fabrication requirements to ensure accurate pipe spool and hose construction.
• Maintain consistent weld quality and appearance in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.
• Fit pipe components as needed to prepare assemblies for welding.
• Use appropriate welding processes, including TIG and other methods where required, to complete assigned work.
• Work continuously and efficiently to meet production goals and support on-time delivery of projects.
• Follow all shop safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.
Requirements
• 5+ years of pipe welding experience.
• Proficiency in TIG welding (GTAW) on stainless steel pipe.
• Ability to weld stainless steel pipe to a high standard of quality.
• Experience welding pipe in various sizes, including 3/4" to 8" OD, with a focus on 1.5" to 4" OD.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume fabrication environment.
• Capacity to work extended hours as needed to support production demands.
Why Work Here?
You will work in a clean, well-maintained shop within a stable industry that offers long-term security and steady work. The organization provides good benefits and opportunities for substantial overtime, allowing you to increase your earnings while contributing to a busy, growing operation.
Work Environment
This position is based in a nice, clean fabrication shop focused on welding and pipe fabrication. Standard hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturdays as needed, and current workloads often require 50–60 hours per week, occasionally shifting to 6:00 a.m. to 5:00/6:00 p.m. The pace is fast, with a high volume of work that needs to be completed on tight timelines, and you will spend most of your time performing hands-on welding and fabrication tasks in a production setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX 77044.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX 77044.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job Description
This role focuses on TIG welding stainless steel pipe to fabricate pipe spools and metal hoses in a high-volume, fast-paced shop environment. You will primarily work with stainless steel piping ranging from 3/4" to 8" OD, with the majority between 1.5" and 4" OD in schedule 10 and schedule 40, along with some carbon steel work.
Responsibilities
• Perform high-quality TIG welding on stainless steel pipe to fabricate pipe spools and metal hoses.
• Work primarily with stainless steel piping ranging from 3/4" to 8" OD, with most work between 1.5" and 4" OD in schedule 10 and schedule 40.
• Weld both stainless steel and carbon steel pipe, with approximately 90% of work on stainless and 10% on carbon steel.
• Read and follow fabrication requirements to ensure accurate pipe spool and hose construction.
• Maintain consistent weld quality and appearance in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.
• Fit pipe components as needed to prepare assemblies for welding.
• Use appropriate welding processes, including TIG and other methods where required, to complete assigned work.
• Work continuously and efficiently to meet production goals and support on-time delivery of projects.
• Follow all shop safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.
Requirements
• 5+ years of pipe welding experience.
• Proficiency in TIG welding (GTAW) on stainless steel pipe.
• Ability to weld stainless steel pipe to a high standard of quality.
• Experience welding pipe in various sizes, including 3/4" to 8" OD, with a focus on 1.5" to 4" OD.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume fabrication environment.
• Capacity to work extended hours as needed to support production demands.
Why Work Here?
You will work in a clean, well-maintained shop within a stable industry that offers long-term security and steady work. The organization provides good benefits and opportunities for substantial overtime, allowing you to increase your earnings while contributing to a busy, growing operation.
Work Environment
This position is based in a nice, clean fabrication shop focused on welding and pipe fabrication. Standard hours are 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturdays as needed, and current workloads often require 50–60 hours per week, occasionally shifting to 6:00 a.m. to 5:00/6:00 p.m. The pace is fast, with a high volume of work that needs to be completed on tight timelines, and you will spend most of your time performing hands-on welding and fabrication tasks in a production setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX 77044.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX 77044.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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