Pipe Welder SubArc / Hilarc / Flux Core (Bilingual in Spanish)
Company
Connect Staffing
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
25–30 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
Pipe Welder – SubArc / Hilarc / Flux Core
Houston, TX 77015
Day Shift | Monday–Friday (Overtime available)
Pay: DOE (Depending on Experience)
Job Overview
We are currently hiring experienced Pipe Welders for a busy industrial pipe manufacturing facility in Houston. Candidates must have hands-on experience with SubArc, Hilarc, and Flux Core welding on steel pipe and heavy industrial materials.
This position is ideal for welders with experience in pipe manufacturing, fabrication, or heavy industrial environments.
Responsibilities
• Perform pipe welding using SubArc, Hilarc, and Flux Core processes
• Weld carbon steel pipe and pipe components
• Read and interpret basic blueprints and weld procedures
• Inspect welds for quality and compliance
• Follow all safety procedures and welding standards
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Requirements
• SubArc welding experience REQUIRED
• Hilarc welding experience REQUIRED
• Flux Core welding experience REQUIRED
• Experience welding industrial steel pipe
• Must be bilingual (English / Spanish)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Welding test required
Additional Requirements
• Must pass background check
• Must pass drug screen
• Must have eligible documents to work in the U.S. (E-Verify employer)
Houston, TX 77015
Day Shift | Monday–Friday (Overtime available)
Pay: DOE (Depending on Experience)
Job Overview
We are currently hiring experienced Pipe Welders for a busy industrial pipe manufacturing facility in Houston. Candidates must have hands-on experience with SubArc, Hilarc, and Flux Core welding on steel pipe and heavy industrial materials.
This position is ideal for welders with experience in pipe manufacturing, fabrication, or heavy industrial environments.
Responsibilities
• Perform pipe welding using SubArc, Hilarc, and Flux Core processes
• Weld carbon steel pipe and pipe components
• Read and interpret basic blueprints and weld procedures
• Inspect welds for quality and compliance
• Follow all safety procedures and welding standards
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Requirements
• SubArc welding experience REQUIRED
• Hilarc welding experience REQUIRED
• Flux Core welding experience REQUIRED
• Experience welding industrial steel pipe
• Must be bilingual (English / Spanish)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Welding test required
Additional Requirements
• Must pass background check
• Must pass drug screen
• Must have eligible documents to work in the U.S. (E-Verify employer)
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