Combo Pipe Welder

Catapult Federal Services; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Catapult Federal Services seeks experienced Combo Pipe Welders for a full-time, on-site role in Burleson, TX. You will weld carbon steel and stainless steel piping using Stick and TIG processes while coordinating with pipefitters, helpers, and QC to keep projects moving smoothly.

Two openings available. Must read and follow welding procedures; strive for X-ray-quality welds and maintain safety standards on a fully on-site jobsite.

Qualifications

• Two years minimum pipe welding experience.
• Experience with Stick and TIG welding.
• Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel pipe.
• Ability to read and follow welding procedures and specifications.
• Welds must meet X-ray-quality standards.
• Willingness to assist with fitting, preparation, and grinding tasks.
• Maintain quality and safety standards on a busy jobsite.

Responsibilities

• Perform Stick and TIG welding on carbon steel and stainless steel piping.
• Complete grinding, cleaning, and weld preparation.
• Assist pipefitters with fitting, layout, preparation, and material handling.
• Produce a minimum equivalent of four 10-inch welds per shift.
• Follow weld procedures and quality standards, meet inspection hold points.
• Ensure welds meet X-ray and project-quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Collaborate with pipefitters, helpers, supervisors, and quality-control personnel.
• Follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Pipe welding

Stick welding

TIG welding

Carbon steel piping

Stainless steel piping

Welding procedures

X-ray quality welds

Fitting/grinding support

Safety & quality

Education

Welding certification or trade training

Job description

Combo Pipe Welder

Department: Field Operations / Welding

Location: Burleson, Texas — Fully on-site, primarily local work in the Burleson area

Role Type: Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is an established industrial construction and fabrication contractor specializing in piping systems for commercial and industrial projects. With a strong regional presence, the company is known for delivering high-quality welding and pipefitting work that meets rigorous inspection and code standards. They serve a range of industrial clients and pride themselves on a culture of craftsmanship, safety, and reliability on every jobsite.

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Combo Pipe Welders to join our team on a full-time basis, with two openings available. In this hands-on role, you\'ll perform Stick and TIG welding on carbon steel and stainless steel piping, consistently producing welds that meet strict inspection and X-ray quality requirements. Beyond welding, you\'ll work closely with pipefitters, helpers, supervisors, and quality-control personnel — assisting with fitting, preparation, grinding, and general workflow to keep projects moving efficiently. This role is ideal for a skilled tradesperson who takes pride in producing clean, code-compliant welds and thrives in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform Stick and TIG welding on carbon steel and stainless steel piping
• Complete most personal grinding, cleaning, and weld preparation
• Assist pipefitters with fitting, layout, preparation, and material handling
• Produce a minimum equivalent of four 10-inch welds per shift
• Follow established weld procedures, quality standards, and inspection hold points
• Ensure completed welds meet X-ray and project-quality requirements
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Work effectively with pipefitters, helpers, supervisors, and quality-control personnel
• Follow all company and jobsite safety procedures

Required Experience/Skills

• Minimum of two years of pipe welding experience
• Experience performing both Stick and TIG welding
• Experience welding carbon steel and stainless steel pipe
• Ability to read and follow welding procedures and job specifications
• Ability to produce welds that meet X-ray-quality standards
• Willingness to assist with fitting, preparation, and grinding duties
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality and safety standards

Welding Test Requirements

• 2-inch monster coupon on a 45-degree angle
• 6010 root pass and hot pass
• 8010 downhill fill and cap
• 2-inch extra-heavy stainless steel coupon using TIG for the complete weld
• Compliance with required inspection hold points throughout the test

Nice-to-Haves

• Prior experience on industrial piping or similar large-scale construction projects
• Familiarity with additional welding processes or pipe sizes beyond test requirements
• Strong track record of first-pass weld acceptance

Education

No formal education requirement specified; relevant welding certifications or trade school training are a plus.

Pay & Benefits Summary

• Pay: $35–$45 per hour, based on experience and skill level
• Final pay rate determined by experience, demonstrated skill level, and welding-test performance