Aerotek

Overview

The Travel Orbital Welder role involves high-purity orbital pipe welding in clean room and semiconductor plant environments, focusing on programming and operating AMI 207 orbital welding machines while supporting active construction projects. This position offers long-term employment potential and the opportunity to work on various high-tech projects.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate AMI 207 orbital welding machines to complete high-purity welds on piping systems.
• Perform orbital welding on various pipe materials in clean room and semiconductor plant settings while maintaining strict cleanliness standards.
• Execute high-purity pipe welding in accordance with project specifications, quality requirements, and industry best practices.
• Carry out pipefitting tasks, including layout, fit-up, and alignment of piping systems for orbital welding applications.
• Work as a clean room pipefitter, following all contamination control procedures and protocols required in semiconductor facilities.
• Collaborate with construction teams on active job sites to ensure welding and pipefitting work integrates smoothly with overall project schedules.
• Travel to different job sites as needed, adapting to new projects and environments while maintaining consistent quality and safety standards.
• Use provided protective smocks and equipment correctly to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Follow all safety guidelines and site-specific rules on active construction sites, including proper handling of welding equipment and materials.

Requirements

• Proven ability to program and operate AMI 207 orbital welding machines.
• Hands-on experience in orbital welding with a focus on high-purity welds on piping systems.
• Experience welding in clean room settings and semiconductor plant environments.
• Strong pipe welding skills, including orbital welding techniques and high-purity welding practices.
• Pipefitting experience, including clean room pipefitting and high-purity pipefitting work.
• Willingness and ability to travel to multiple job sites as required.
• Ability to work safely and effectively on active construction sites while following all safety procedures.
• Comfort working in controlled clean room environments with strict contamination control requirements.
• Ability to wear smocks and other protective attire for extended periods while performing welding and pipefitting tasks.
• Capability to adapt to different project locations and schedules throughout the year.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds in high-purity applications.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• PTO

Additional Information

• This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.
• The role is fully onsite in Houston, TX.
• This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.