About this role
Job Title: WelderJob DescriptionThis role focuses on welding and fabricating carbon steel pipe and vessel products in a high-output fabrication shop. You will perform flux core and TIG welding on pipe ranging from 1" to 23" outside diameter and 1/4" to 1/2" thick, as well as work on a variety of large valves and vessel-like products. The position involves fitting, welding, and finishing complex assemblies to print in a fast-paced, overtime-rich environment. Essential Skills
- At least 5 years of welding experience.
- Proficiency in flux core welding & MIG on carbon steel pipe and related components.
- OR Proficiency in TIG welding on carbon steel pipe and vessel-type products.
- Experience welding pipe from approximately 1" to 20" in diameter or similar vessel welding work.
- Ability to perform backgouging and properly refill and finish weld grooves.
- Strong pipe welding and vessel welding skills on carbon steel materials.
- Ability to perform fitting work, including aligning and fitting shells, supports, legs, flanges, nozzles, and caps.
- Capability to perform basic math for measurements, layout, and fabrication tasks.
- Comfort working significant overtime, including 60+ hours per week and extended stretches of consecutive workdays
Work EnvironmentThe work takes place in a clean, air-conditioned shop designed for heavy fabrication and welding. This is an open-ended contract position expected to run through February, with the potential to continue longer depending on workload and new projects. The schedule requires comfort with long hours and extended stretches of work, including working 13 days on and 1 day off when busy and routinely working 60+ hours per week. Day shift typically runs from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with some Sundays as needed. Night shift typically runs from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday through Saturday, with some Sundays as needed, and may offer direct hire opportunities for the right candidate. ....
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX 77032.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX 77032.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.