Orbital Welder

Aerotek; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Time Off / Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Travel Orbital Welder for Austin, TX. The role focuses on high-purity orbital pipe welding in clean room and semiconductor environments, with travel to multiple job sites and on-site performance of welding and pipefitting tasks.

Responsibilities include programming AMI 207 orbital welders, maintaining strict cleanliness, collaborating with construction teams, and adhering to safety standards on active sites.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to program and operate AMI 207 orbital welding machines.
• Hands-on orbital welding experience with high-purity welds in clean rooms and semiconductor environments.
• Experience with pipefitting and aligning piping systems for orbital welding.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate AMI 207 orbital welding machines.
• Perform orbital welding in clean room and semiconductor plant settings with high cleanliness standards.
• Execute high-purity pipe welding per project specs and quality requirements.
• Carry out pipefitting tasks including layout, fit-up, and alignment.
• Work as a clean room pipefitter following contamination control procedures.
• Collaborate with construction teams to integrate welding work with project schedules.
• Travel to different job sites and adapt to new projects while maintaining quality and safety.
• Use provided protective smocks and equipment to maintain a clean environment.

Skills

AMI 207 orbital welding

Orbital welding

Clean room welding

Pipefitting

Travel to multiple sites

Safety procedures

Job description

Job Title: Travel Orbital Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on high-purity orbital pipe welding in clean room and semiconductor plant environments, with an emphasis on programming and operating AMI 207 orbital welding machines and supporting active construction projects that require precise, high-quality welds and pipefitting.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate AMI 207 orbital welding machines to complete high-purity welds on piping systems.
• Perform orbital welding on various pipe materials in clean room and semiconductor plant settings while maintaining strict cleanliness standards.
• Execute high-purity pipe welding in accordance with project specifications, quality requirements, and industry best practices.
• Carry out pipefitting tasks, including layout, fit-up, and alignment of piping systems for orbital welding applications.
• Work as a clean room pipefitter, following all contamination control procedures and protocols required in semiconductor facilities.
• Collaborate with construction teams on active job sites to ensure welding and pipefitting work integrates smoothly with overall project schedules.
• Travel to different job sites as needed, adapting to new projects and environments while maintaining consistent quality and safety standards.
• Use provided protective smocks and equipment correctly to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Follow all safety guidelines and site-specific rules on active construction sites, including proper handling of welding equipment and materials.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to program and operate AMI 207 orbital welding machines.
• Hands‑on experience in orbital welding with a focus on high‑purity welds on piping systems.
• Experience welding in clean room settings and semiconductor plant environments.
• Strong pipe welding skills, including orbital welding techniques and high‑purity welding practices.
• Pipefitting experience, including clean room pipefitting and high‑purity pipefitting work.
• Willingness and ability to travel to multiple job sites as required.
• Ability to work safely and effectively on active construction sites while following all safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working in controlled clean room environments with strict contamination control requirements.
• Ability to wear smocks and other protective attire for extended periods while performing welding and pipefitting tasks.
• Capability to adapt to different project locations and schedules throughout the year.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality welds in high‑purity applications.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers long-term employment with the potential to transition into a direct, permanent role. Projects start throughout the year, providing steady work and the chance to move from site to site for those who enjoy traveling. Team members can build a stable career while gaining experience on a variety of high-tech and construction projects.

Work Environment

The role is based on active construction sites within clean room and semiconductor plant environments. Work involves operating orbital welding equipment and performing pipefitting tasks under strict cleanliness and safety standards. Team members wear smocks and are provided with the necessary protective equipment in addition to their own welding tools. The environment combines the pace and demands of construction with the precision and contamination control required in high-purity, clean room settings.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $44.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

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.

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.