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Repair Welder (Structural Pipe & Pressure Vessel)
Houston, TX 77015
Night Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Pay: DOE 23.00/hr. - 27.00/hr.
Position Summary
We are hiring a Repair Welder responsible for inspecting, identifying, and repairing weld defects on small to large-diameter pipe (16"-120" OD).
This role is focused on weld quality restoration, not production welding. You will work closely with Quality Control and NDE (Non-Destructive Examination) teams to ensure all repairs meet AWS and ASME code standards.
Primary welding processes:
- SMAW (Stick - primary)
- FCAW (Flux Core - as needed)
This is a high-precision, quality-driven welding position requiring strong discipline, attention to detail, and a commitment to doing repairs correctly the first time.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform repair welding on long-seam and girth-seam pipe welds (16"-120" OD)
- Interpret NDE results (RT/X-ray and UT) to locate weld defects
- Remove defects using air arc gouging and precision grinding
- Prepare weld areas according to approved WPS (Welding Procedure Specifications)
- Perform weld repairs in multiple positions (1G, 2G, 3G, etc.)
- Maintain proper preheat and interpass temperature control
- Ensure all repairs meet AWS structural and ASME pressure vessel codes
- Conduct visual inspections prior to QC/NDE release
- Maintain welding equipment and follow all safety procedures
- Work in a fast-paced industrial environment with strict quality standards
Qualifications
- Experience in industrial or structural welding environments
- Strong SMAW (Stick welding) experience required
- FCAW experience preferred
- Repair welding experience (not only fabrication/production welding)
- Ability to read and interpret X-ray (RT) and/or UT reports
- Strong understanding of WPS and welding code compliance
- Skilled in carbon arc gouging and weld defect removal
- High attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
- Ability to work safely in high-heat industrial environments
- Reliable, disciplined, and accountable work ethic
Preferred Experience
- Large-diameter pipe welding (16"-120" OD)
- AWS structural steel welding standards
- ASME pressure vessel experience
- Experience in NDE/QA-controlled environments
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
- Stand for extended periods on concrete or uneven surfaces
- Frequent bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling
- Work in tight or confined spaces as needed
- Operate welding tools with full upper-body mobility
- Exposure to noise, dust, heat, and industrial equipment
- Must have adequate visual and hearing ability for safety compliance
