Pipe and Plate Welder
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Posted on August 5, 2026
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Careers / Pipe and Plate Welder
Pipe and Plate Welder
Weld pipe and plate components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions for industrial structural and pipe applications, including FCAW, RMD, GTAW, and SMAW processes.
SOC 51-4121 7 openings $26.00 to $36.00 / hour Full Time
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Position Details
About The Role
Weld pipe and plate components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions for industrial structural and pipe applications, including FCAW, RMD, GTAW, and SMAW processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
Weld metal pipe and plate components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions for industrial structural and pipe applications as defined by project specifications, drawings, and welding procedures. Set up, utilize, troubleshoot, and operate welding equipment for FCAW (flux core arc welding), RMD (regulated metal deposition), GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding), and SMAW (shielded metal arc welding) processes. Lay out, fit, position, align, and secure parts and components prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, flange lip up pins, wrap arounds, center finders, and rulers. Clamp, hold, tack weld, heat bend, grind, or bolt component parts to properly fit plate and pipe to obtain required configuration and positions for welding. Weld with minimal defects as defined in ASME B31.3. Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the appropriate welding process and materials. Adhere to all company and OSHA safety rules and guidelines. Apply working knowledge of modular fabrication practices used in shop based assembly of pre engineered structural and piping modules.
Requirements
Must pass a pre hire drug test and medical physical. Must pass a written and functional test administered at the project worksite or PSV worksite in Texas at employer expense. Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 50 lbs. Must be willing and able to climb and work in high places that may exceed 200 feet in height, and in confined spaces. Must adhere to all OSHA, company, and client safety protocols. These requirements apply equally between U.S. workers and H 2B program workers.
Shift Schedule
Workers will work one of two shifts: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM with a half hour lunch break on varying days of the week from Monday through Sunday based on client need.
Classification
SOC TitleWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
SOC Code51-4121
Employment TypeFull Time
Period of NeedOctober 2026 onward
Apply for Pipe and Plate Welder
Submit your resume to resumes@PSVindustries.com. Include your years of experience, certifications, and preferred worksite.
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Openings: 7
Pay: $26.00 to $36.00 / hour
Worksites: 3 Gulf Coast MSAs
Worksites
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Beaumont-Port Arthur MSA
2306 Foreman Rd
Orange, TX 77630
Orange County
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Corpus Christi MSA
2440 Kiewit Rd
Ingleside, TX 78362
San Patricio County
Apply for Ingleside →
Brownsville-Harlingen MSA
1000 Capt Donald L Foust Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
Cameron County
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Careers / Pipe and Plate Welder
Pipe and Plate Welder
Weld pipe and plate components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions for industrial structural and pipe applications, including FCAW, RMD, GTAW, and SMAW processes.
SOC 51-4121 7 openings $26.00 to $36.00 / hour Full Time
Apply Now →
Position Details
About The Role
Weld pipe and plate components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions for industrial structural and pipe applications, including FCAW, RMD, GTAW, and SMAW processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
Weld metal pipe and plate components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions for industrial structural and pipe applications as defined by project specifications, drawings, and welding procedures. Set up, utilize, troubleshoot, and operate welding equipment for FCAW (flux core arc welding), RMD (regulated metal deposition), GTAW (gas tungsten arc welding), and SMAW (shielded metal arc welding) processes. Lay out, fit, position, align, and secure parts and components prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, flange lip up pins, wrap arounds, center finders, and rulers. Clamp, hold, tack weld, heat bend, grind, or bolt component parts to properly fit plate and pipe to obtain required configuration and positions for welding. Weld with minimal defects as defined in ASME B31.3. Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the appropriate welding process and materials. Adhere to all company and OSHA safety rules and guidelines. Apply working knowledge of modular fabrication practices used in shop based assembly of pre engineered structural and piping modules.
Requirements
Must pass a pre hire drug test and medical physical. Must pass a written and functional test administered at the project worksite or PSV worksite in Texas at employer expense. Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 50 lbs. Must be willing and able to climb and work in high places that may exceed 200 feet in height, and in confined spaces. Must adhere to all OSHA, company, and client safety protocols. These requirements apply equally between U.S. workers and H 2B program workers.
Shift Schedule
Workers will work one of two shifts: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM with a half hour lunch break on varying days of the week from Monday through Sunday based on client need.
Classification
SOC TitleWelders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
SOC Code51-4121
Employment TypeFull Time
Period of NeedOctober 2026 onward
Apply for Pipe and Plate Welder
Submit your resume to resumes@PSVindustries.com. Include your years of experience, certifications, and preferred worksite.
Email Resume →
Openings: 7
Pay: $26.00 to $36.00 / hour
Worksites: 3 Gulf Coast MSAs
Worksites
Apply by Location
Pick the worksite closest to you. We will match you to the project that fits.
Beaumont-Port Arthur MSA
2306 Foreman Rd
Orange, TX 77630
Orange County
Apply for Orange →
Corpus Christi MSA
2440 Kiewit Rd
Ingleside, TX 78362
San Patricio County
Apply for Ingleside →
Brownsville-Harlingen MSA
1000 Capt Donald L Foust Rd
Brownsville, TX 78521
Cameron County
Apply for Brownsville →
More Openings
Other Roles at PSV
SOC 47-2221
11 openings
Structural Fitter
View role →
SOC 47-2061
11 openings
Construction Laborer (Welding Skill Required)
View role →
SOC 47-2111
1 openings
Industrial Electrician
View role →
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How this job compares
What you'll be running
This posting calls for TIG, Stick, and Flux-Core work. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds. Stick (SMAW) burns a flux-coated consumable rod and needs no shielding gas, so it works in wind, rain, and on dirty or rusted steel. That tolerance for bad conditions keeps it the default for field, structural, and repair work.
See all pipe welder openings if you want to compare this against similar roles.
Certifications this posting mentions
- ASME Section IX — the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code qualification. It covers welding on pressure-retaining equipment — boilers, vessels, and process piping — where a failed weld is a safety incident rather than a rework ticket.
Read straight from this posting's text. Confirm the exact qualification the employer wants before you test — requirements vary by shop even under the same code.
Pay figures are medians computed from live postings in the Welding Pros index, not from survey data, and they move as employers post. Pipe and Plate Welder figures were last recalculated when this page was built.