Pipe Welder, Oil & Gas

Tepa Companies; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Tepa Companies in San Antonio, TX seeks experienced Pipe Welders to join the Industrial Services Division. Travel to various project sites to perform advanced welding tasks on piping and plate within petroleum facilities, including welding, fit-up, tank construction and site preparation.

The ideal candidate holds 8+ years of welding experience, passes 6G and plate tests, reads blueprints, and can travel frequently.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of welding experience.
• Experience as a pipe welder.
• Minimum 5 years in aboveground tank construction/repair.
• Ability to pass 6G weld test (SMAW, GTAW, FCAW).
• Ability to pass 2, 3, and 4G plate welding tests.
• Proficiency in stick and TIG welding on carbon and stainless steel pipe.

Responsibilities

• Weld on piping and plate within petroleum facilities.
• Perform tank construction and site preparation tasks.
• Travel to project sites to perform welding work.

Skills

Pipe welding

Welding tests (6G SMAW GTAW FCAW)

Blueprint reading

Tank construction/repair

Travel readiness

Tools

Automatic welding equipment

Job description

Pipe Welders - Industrial Services Division - Paid Travel - San Antonio, TX

Pipe Welders are needed by Tepa Companies to join their Industrial Services Division, traveling to various project sites to perform advanced welding tasks. This role involves working on piping and plate within petroleum operations facilities, with responsibilities ranging from welding and fit-up to tank construction and site preparation. The ideal candidate is an experienced welder with a strong background in pipe and tank work, able to pass rigorous weld tests and travel as needed.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Mental health support and resources
• Short and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid travel to various project sites

What You’ll Need

• High School diploma or GED
• At least 8 years of relevant welding experience
• Experience as a pipe welder
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in aboveground tank construction/repair
• Ability to pass 6G weld test (SMAW, GTAW, FCAW)
• Ability to pass 2, 3, and 4G plate welding tests
• Proficiency in stick and TIG welding on carbon and stainless steel pipe
• Ability to use large weld rods (3/16“ minimum) in all positions
• Maintain a 90–100% pass rate on radiographic welds
• Fit all types of standard appurtenances
• Operate and repair automatic welding equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and instructions
• Knowledge of AWS, API, ANSI, and ASME codes
• Physical dexterity and ability to follow verbal directions
• Ability to read and write in English
• Willingness to travel
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check (including for US military installations)