Tig Welder

Job Title: TIG Welder Job Description This role focuses on performing high-quality TIG welding on carbon steel pipe assemblies of various diameters, using TIG and flux-core processes. You will also support the fabrication process by fitting and tacking yourown work as needed, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient completion of projects in a busy shop environment. Responsibilities Perform TIG welding on carbon steel pipe assemblies across a range of outside diameters, following specifications and quality standards. Use flux-core welding processes on pipe as required by project and procedure. Assist with fitting and tacking your own pipe work, ensuring proper alignment and fit-up prior to welding. Support general pipe fabrication activities, including measuring, cutting, and preparing materials for welding. Apply pipefitting skills to fit pipe, structures, and vessels as needed to support production demands. Interpret and follow work instructions, basic drawings, or layouts to complete welding and fabrication tasks accurately. Inspect welds visually to verify quality and identify any defects that require repair or rework. Operate safely around heavy equipment and comply with all shop safety rules and procedures. Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe and efficient operations. Collaborate with other welders and fabrication staff to meet production schedules and project deadlines. Essential Skills At least 3 years of TIG welding experience, preferably on carbon steel pipe. Proficiency in TIG welding techniques for pipe welding applications. Ability to weld using flux-core processes. Ability to weld using stick welding processes. Experience with pipe welding in a fabrication or shop environment. Ability to perform basic fitting and tacking of your own work. General fabrication skills related to pipe, structures, and vessels. Strong attention to safety when working around heavy equipment and in a busy shop. Ability to work day shift hours and Saturdays as needed. Additional Skills & Qualifications Strong stick welding experience is a plus. Ability to fit pipe, structures, and vessels is a plus. Prior experience in a large fabrication shop environment is beneficial. Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled environment. Why Work Here? This opportunity offers long-term, steady work in a shop with a strong backlog of projects and a clear vision for continued growth. You will join a safety-focused organization with a structured employment system that supports stability, consistency, and clear expectations. The environment emphasizes safe practices, reliable scheduling, and ongoing demand for skilled welders, providing a solid platform for long-term career development. Work Environment The role is based in a large, non-climate-controlled fabrication shop that houses heavy equipment, making safety a top priority at all times. You will work in a busy, production-oriented environment with frequent interaction around machinery and materials handling. The standard schedule is a day shift from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturdays worked as needed to meet production requirements. You should be prepared for physical work in varying temperatures and to follow all safety protocols and protective equipment guidelines appropriate for a heavy industrial shop setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX 77064. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/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 77064. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.