Orbital Welder

Structured Trades; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Structured Trades in Austin, TX is seeking a skilled Commercial Orbital Welder to join our team. You will perform precise GTAW (TIG) orbital welding on stainless steel and carbon steel piping and related components, reading drawings and welding maps to ensure code-compliant welds.

You will set up, operate, and maintain orbital welding equipment, prepare and align pipe fits, and follow procedures to deliver clean, defect-free welds in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4 years TIG/GTAW welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret welding drawings, blueprints, weld maps and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Familiar with ASME, AWS, or other applicable welding standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain orbital welding equipment and tooling.
• Perform precision GTAW (TIG) orbital welding on stainless steel, carbon steel and other applicable materials.
• Prepare, fit, align, clean and inspect pipe and tube prior to welding.
• Follow welding procedures, weld maps, drawings, specifications, and job requirements.

Skills

Read weld drawings

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Team collaboration

Tools

Orbital welding equipment

TIG (GTAW) setup

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Commercial Orbital Welder to join our team in Austin, Texas. The candidate will be performing high-quality orbital and precision welding on commercial piping systems, tubing and related components.

This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to interpret welding drawings and specifications, and a commitment to producing consistent, code-compliant welds while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate and maintain orbital welding equipment and associated tooling.
• Perform precision GTAW (TIG) orbital welding on stainless steel, carbon steel and other applicable materials.
• Prepare, fit, align, clean and inspect pipe and tube prior to welding.
• Follow welding procedures, weld maps, drawings, specifications, and job requirements.

Qualifications:

• 4 years experience in TIG/GTAW welding.
• Ability to read and interpret welding drawings, blueprints, weld maps and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Familiar with ASME, AWS, or other applicable welding standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Drugfree Workplace