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Pay Rate: $22 - $28

About RANDALL

RANDALL is a premier self-performing $100M+ subcontractor providing integrated Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Architectural Metals, and Offsite Construction/Manufacturing solutions across Florida and the Southeast. With 35+ years of operational excellence and a team of 500+ professionals, we combine the grit and dedication of our grassroots origins with the innovation of a modern industry leader. Our 100,000 sq. ft. fabrication facility in Apopka, FL serves as a strategic logistics hub, supporting major commercial, industrial, and aeronautical projects across the Southeast and beyond.

Randall Construction – Prefabrication department is currently seeking top-tier Pipe Welders to work in our Shop in Apopka, FL. We are excited about this important role and are determined to consider the best and brightest candidates who meet our requirements.

Position Summary

This is a full-time on-site role for Pipe Welders located in Apopka, FL. The Pipe Welders will be responsible for welding and fitting pipes to specifications, examining work product for defects, and ensuring conformance with specifications.

Essential Functions

Fit and Weld steel pipes for plumbing/mechanical applications.

Desired Qualification Requirements

Knowledge of plumbing, pipefitting, and welding techniques

Ability to read and interpret spool drawings and technical detail data sheets.

Excellent mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity with attention to detail

High school diploma or equivalent. Vocational training or certification in pipe welding

Must be able to pass a brief verbal pipe fitters test during interview.

Working knowledge of SMAW, FCAW, Stick (6010/7018) welding

Working knowledge of gas cutting techniques for piping (Automatic & Manually)

Excellent knowledge of Fitting configurations adhering to ASME B31.1 Power Piping

Preferred knowledge of examination, testing, inspection, operation, and maintenance of piping systems found in industrial, institutional, and general heating and cooling systems.

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.

Communication: Effective English or Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) verbal and written communication skills are a must have

Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to achieve quality objectives and project success.

Safety: Commitment to adhering to safety protocols, procedures, and regulations to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and others.

Physical Requirements

This is primarily a field or jobsite job. You must be able to lift a dead weight of at least 50 pounds and stand on your feet for several hours at a time. You must also be able to bend, stretch, crouch, and lift as required by the job, be able to respond quickly to sounds, see and respond to dangerous situations, and properly wear personal protective gear.

Our selection will be driven by the qualifications above as well as the ability to develop relationships with clients and co-workers to maximize your professional opportunities.

Benefits

Why Join the RANDALL Team? Success at RANDALL is driven by our culture of Professional Trade Excellence: pairing technical mastery with a practical, hardworking mindset. We seek professionals who are motivated by challenge and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with our clients and our colleagues. We don't just hire for the next project; we invest in long-term careers built on a foundation of quality and craftsmanship.

Benefits & Culture:

Competitive Compensation & Health Benefits

Matching 401k & Insurance Options

Paid Time Off (PTO)

A Drug-Free, Safety-First Workplace

Are you ready to build your future with us? We look forward to reviewing your resume!

Notice to Third-Party Agencies: RANDALL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies without prior written approval from our Recruiting Team. RANDALL is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes or candidates sent directly to hiring managers or staff.

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How this job compares in Apopka, FL

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Florida currently run a median of $25/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $22–$30/hr across 112 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Apopka, FL

Apopka, FL currently has 5 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 3 employers. None of them were added in the last week, so this is a slower-moving market. Across Florida as a whole we're tracking 231 other active welding openings from 152 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in Apopka, or widen the search to Florida.

The most active employers in Florida at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Welding Shop in Miami, FL (15), Welding Shop in Tampa, FL (9), and Aerotek (8). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Florida, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Tampa at $36/hr, Jacksonville at $31/hr, and Clearwater at $23/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for Stick and Flux-Core work. 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. Flux-cored (FCAW) runs a hollow wire filled with flux, combining MIG-like deposition rates with the outdoor tolerance of stick. It is the workhorse on heavy structural steel and shipbuilding, where thick sections and long welds reward speed.

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.

Similar openings near Apopka, FL

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