Travel Pipe Welder

Job Description

Job Description

????TRAVEL PIPE WELDERS WANTED IN SOUTH HAVEN, MISSISSIPPI????TIG / Combo Pipe Welder (High-Pressure Stainless)

???? Jobsite Location: Southaven, Mississippi

???? $30.00 - $60.00/Hour + 7 Days Per Diem

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Join a Major Industrial Construction Project

Are you a skilled Pipe Welder looking for your next high-profile industrial project? We're seeking experienced TIG and Combo Pipe Welders to join a large-scale construction project involving high-pressure stainless and carbon steel piping systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your welding expertise, work alongside top-tier pipefitters and craftsmen, and earn competitive pay with per diem available for qualified travelers.

If you're confident in your ability to weld to specification, read ISO drawings, and pass a weld test, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Pipe Welder, you'll play a critical role in the installation and construction of high-pressure piping systems by:

Performing TIG and/or Combo welding on stainless and carbon steel pipe

Reading and interpreting isometric drawings, weld symbols, and specifications

Fitting, tacking, welding, grinding, and preparing pipe for inspection and testing

Welding Schedule 10 stainless steel and heavier wall pipe

Working on high-pressure gas and water piping systems

Collaborating with pipefitters to install and align piping systems

Performing hydrostatic, air, and leak testing

Maintaining weld quality that meets project and industry standards

Following all site safety requirements, including:

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Hot Work Permits
• Fire Watch Procedures
• PPE Requirements

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a Pipe Welder (not structural welding only)
• Strong TIG welding experience on stainless steel pipe
• Combo welding experience preferred
• Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel pipe
• Ability to read and interpret ISO drawings and weld symbols
• Experience working in industrial environments such as:
  • Refineries
  • Chemical Plants
  • Power Plants
  • Process Facilities
  • Large Mechanical Construction Projects
• Experience with high-pressure gas and water piping systems
• Strong understanding of fit-up, weld preparation, and testing requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• 6G Pipe Welding Experience
• AWS Pipe Certifications
• Ability to pass site weld tests
• Experience with Schedule 10 Stainless and heavier wall piping
• Hydrotesting and leak-testing experience
• Strong commitment to safety and quality

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

???? Competitive Pay: $30-$60/hour

???? Per Diem Available for Travelers

???? Contract-to-Hire Potential

???? Major Industrial Construction Project

???? Work with Highly Skilled Tradespeople

???? Opportunity to Demonstrate Advanced TIG & Combo Welding Skills

???? Gain Valuable Experience with High-Pressure Systems, Testing, and Industrial Processes

Long-Term Career Growth Potential

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Traditional & Roth Options
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Coverage
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Transportation Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (where applicable)

Work Environment

This role is performed on an active industrial construction site and requires working around heavy equipment, multiple trades, elevated work areas, and changing weather conditions. Safety is a top priority, and all employees are expected to follow site-specific protocols and maintain the highest standards of workmanship.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $60.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2026.

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.