largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently. Job Summary Panelmatic Inc. is seeking a dedicated and skilled Fitter Welder. The Fitter Welder builds the foundational frames, bases, and assemblies that serve…
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Welder jobs in Houston, TX
Welders join metal with MIG, TIG, stick, and flux-core processes, reading weld symbols and holding tolerances for structural, pipe, and fabrication work.
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MIG Welder/ FitterKey Responsibilities - Perform MIG welding on mild and stainless steel components. Set up and adjust welding equipment based on job requirements. Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and specifi…
difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team. What is the Opportunity? We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our team in Houston, Texas . This position involves performing a wide variety of…
JOB DESCRIPTION This Welder position is responsible for joining, fabricating and repairing metal components using various welding techniques and equipment, while upholding safety standards, quality control, and project d…
complex customer challenges presented between the production facility and the energy source. We are seeking an experienced Alloy Welder to join our Production team. This role is responsible for preparing, welding, brazin…
$28 - $36 per hour
Job Title: Travel Welder (All travel and lodging expenses paid for!!) Job Description Join a dynamic team specializing in delivering engineering, inspection, and remediation services for lighting poles, transmission towe…
Position Summary Uni-Form Components Corp. (UCC) is seeking a skilled Certified Welder to join our production team. The Certified Welder is responsible for performing high-quality welding in accordance with Company proce…
$40 - $45 per hour
Aluminum (6061) MIG Welders Pay: $40-$45/ hour DOE, hotel paid, $70 per diem Start/ Duration: training 8/31-9/4, start 9/14-9/23 Shift: 7/12 Project Location: Athens, AL Previous experience with electrical or industrial…
across all departments Competitive compensation and benefits package including healthcare, PTO, and 401(k) If you are an experienced fabricator/ welder who wants to have a meaningful impact on project success and company…
The Welder is responsible for gathering materials, assembling components, and performing high-quality welding operations according to job specifications for various manufacturing projects. Responsibilities: ~ Perform hig…
Welder/ Fitter Job Summary/Objective: The Welder/Fitter will weld, cut, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment. Duties/Responsibilities: * Plans details of work order proced…
Welder Do you love being part of a successful manufacturing repair team? Would you like to work with Gas Turbine equipment? Join our Team Baker Hughes has developed a comprehensive portfolio of systems and products to de…
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What welders earn in Houston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $18–$24 | $37k–$49k |
| Journeyman | $23–$31 | $47k–$64k |
| Master / Lead | $29–$42 | $61k–$88k |
Adjusted for the Houston market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
MIG, TIG, and stick weldingBlueprint and weld symbol readingFit-up and fabricationGrinding and prepMeasurement and layoutMetallurgy basicsWelding safety and PPEAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which processes and positions are you certified in?
Be exact: process, position (such as 3G or 6G), and the code, like AWS D1.1. Offer to take a weld test on the spot; most shops will give one anyway.
How do you prepare a joint for a clean structural weld?
Cover cleaning to bright metal, bevel and gap per the WPS, and proper fit-up and tacking. Prep discipline predicts x-ray results.
What do you check when your welds start getting porosity?
Walk the causes: gas flow and leaks, contaminated base metal, wire or electrode condition, drafts. Systematic beats trial and error.
Tell me about the tightest-tolerance fabrication you have done.
Describe the part, the tolerance, and how you controlled distortion with sequencing, clamping, or heat management.
How do you read a WPS, and why does it matter?
Explain that it sets the qualified parameters: process, filler, amperage, position. Working inside it keeps the weld, and the certification, valid.
What is your experience with inspection, like bend tests or x-ray?
Give your pass rates if you know them, and describe fixing a failed test. Owning results shows shop maturity.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For welders specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List AWS certifications precisely: code, process, and position, such as D1.1 3G/4G FCAW.
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State your processes with hours or years each: MIG, TIG, stick, flux-core.
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Name the materials you weld: carbon steel, stainless, aluminum, or exotic alloys.
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Quantify quality with x-ray or bend-test pass rates on pipe or structural work.
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Mention fabrication skills beyond the arc: fit-up, layout, and print reading.
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Include industry context, such as structural steel, pipeline, shipyard, or production fab.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Welder
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Certified Welder
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Welding Inspector (CWI) or Shop Lead
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