Per Diem Pipe Welder

Aerotek; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

PTO / Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring pipe welders for a long term contract position based in Houston, TX. You will perform GTAW welding on Schedule 10 stainless and carbon steel pipes, with rigorous fit-up, testing, and inspection requirements.

Compensation ranges from $38.00 to $40.00 per hour, with 50–70 hours weekly and strict adherence to AWS/ASME welding codes. This onsite role emphasizes safety and precision on complex launch structures; deadline is Oct 2, 2026.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional GTAW welding with Schedule 10 stainless and/or carbon steel pipe.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and weld procedures.
• Qualifications to AWS D1.1 / AWS D1.2 / ASME IX or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and maintain structural, hydraulic, and fluid systems using Schedule 10 pipe on launch mounts and towers.
• Perform GTAW on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum shapes and tubing.
• Cut, fit, and fabricate weldments to tight tolerances with standard trade tools.
• Review drawings and plan weld operations and filler materials.
• Work with lead welders to confirm procedures and joint configurations.
• Prepare joints and set up welds per codes such as AWS and ASME IX.
• Inspect welds for dimensional tolerance, reinforcement, and undercut compliance.
• Maintain a safe work area, especially at heights on complex launch structures.
• Operate welding equipment and reporting any issues for maintenance.

Skills

GTAW welding

Blueprint reading

Safety conscious

5+ years experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Flame-cutting equipment

Job description

• We are hiring pipe welders for a long term project
• You will be working in Cape Canaveral, FL
• Must have previous industrial or shipyard experience
• Pay is $38 on days and $40 on nights
• You will be working 50 to 70 hours a week

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and maintain structural, hydraulic, and fluid systems using Schedule 10 stainless steel and carbon steel pipe on launch mounts and towers.
• Perform Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum structural shapes and tubing.
• Cut, trim, fit, and fabricate weldments to precise dimensions using standard trade tools and flame-cutting equipment.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations and determine appropriate weld procedures and filler materials.
• Work closely with lead welders to assess proper weld procedures, rod sizes, and techniques for various materials and joint configurations.
• Prepare joints and set up welds in accordance with applicable codes and standards such as AWS and ASME Section IX.
• Execute weld tests including 5G 2\" stainless steel Schedule 10 GTAW root-only welds with 2–4 tacks and 6G 2.75\" monster coupon GTAW welds, adhering to specified gap, reinforcement, and undercut tolerances.
• Inspect completed welds for quality, ensuring compliance with dimensional tolerances, reinforcement limits, and undercut requirements.
• Maintain a safe work area, especially when working at heights or on complex launch structures, following all safety procedures and best practices.
• Use trade tools, welding equipment, and fabrication machinery responsibly, performing basic maintenance and reporting issues as needed.
• 5+ years of professional experience in GTAW (TIG) welding with Schedule 10 stainless steel pipe and/or Schedule 10 carbon steel pipe.
• Demonstrated pipe welding experience, including work on complex test coupons such as 5G and 6G monster coupons.
• Previous welding qualifications in accordance with one or more governing codes, such as AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.6, or ASME Section IX.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills for welding and fabrication projects.
• Ability to cut, trim, fit, and fabricate weldments accurately using standard trade tools and flame-cutting equipment.
• Experience fitting and welding stainless steel and carbon steel piping and structural components.
• Capability to meet specific weld test criteria, including maximum 1/4\" gap, 5/32\" reinforcement, and 1/32\" undercut.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 2, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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