Senior Rig Welder - Multi-Process, Code-Qualified

Palacios Marine & Industrial; Point Comfort (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Palacios Marine & Industrial is seeking an experienced Rig Welder to join our team. The candidate will demonstrate strong welding/fabrication skills, read and interpret blueprints and weld procedures, and uphold safety and productivity on projects.

The role requires expertise across multiple welding processes, code-compliant welds, and the ability to perform high-quality welds per industry standards. On-site work with adherence to OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years welding experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to pass welding qualification test.
• Strong understanding of welding symbols, weld procedures, and drawings.
• Knowledge of ASME, AWS, and API welding requirements.
• Experience using fabrication tools and material handling equipment.
• Ability to take detailed direction and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to continuously improve welding skills and meet high-quality standards.
• Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and safe work practices.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials as required by the job.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
• Must be able to pass a Background and Drug screen.
• Must have a TWIC

Responsibilities

• Perform welding using SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), and FCAW (Flux Core) processes.
• Complete welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Perform code-compliant welds in accordance with ASME, AWS, and API standards.
• Inspect welds and recognize issues during the welding process, making adjustments to speed, voltage, amperage, or wire feed as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, weld procedures, and specifications.
• Properly operate fabrication shop hand tools, including grinders, drills, plasma cutters, and air tools.
• Use oxy-fuel and plasma cutting equipment safely and efficiently.
• Rig, hoist, lift, and move materials as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area through daily housekeeping practices.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
• Support project schedules by working flexible hours when needed.

Skills

Welding experience

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

ASME/AWS/API standards

TWIC credential

Background check

Drug screen

Tools

Fabrication tools

Material handling equipment

Job description

Palacios Marine & Industrial is seeking an experienced Rig Welder to join our team. The candidate will demonstrate strong welding/fabrication skills, read and interpret blueprints and weld procedures, and uphold safety and productivity on projects.

The role requires expertise across multiple welding processes, code-compliant welds, and the ability to perform high-quality welds per industry standards. On-site work with adherence to OSHA regulations and company safety policies.