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Preferred Industrial Contractors, Inc.

Welder/Rig Welder

  • Baytown, TX

Found by HiredNow AI on Oct 2, 2026. Subscribers saw it first.

About the role

Description

  • Seeking Welders for Turnaround jobs occuring throughout October and beginning of November.
  • Per Diem: Dependent Upon Location
  • Overtime: at minimum 10-30 hours/week
  • Rig Pay: Dependent Upon Job Needs
  • Must be able to pass company required weld test.
  • Key Responsibilities: Weld and fabricate structural and piping components according to project drawings, codes, and specifications.
  • Perform welding using SMAW, GTAW, and/or GMAW processes on carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials.
  • Prepare joints, align parts, and inspect fit-up prior to welding.
  • Set up and operate welding machines, grinders, and cutting torches.
  • Conduct visual inspections and assist with nondestructive testing (NDT) as required.
  • Maintain proper weld documentation and ensure welds meet applicable ASME, AWS, or API standards.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, and welding symbols.
  • Follow all site-specific and company safety policies, including confined space and hot work procedures.
  • Collaborate with fitters, pipefitters, and supervisors to complete installations and repairs efficiently.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Skills & Competencies: Proficiency in multiple welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, FCAW, GMAW).
  • Strong understanding of welding codes, materials, and procedures.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
  • Experience with structural, pipe, and vessel fabrication.
  • Strong attention to detail, workmanship, and safety.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in fast-paced environments.
  • Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 lbs regularly.
  • Ability to stand, crouch, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
  • Must be able to work in confined spaces and at heights (scaffolding, ladders, platforms).
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks and maintain steady hands for precision welding.
  • Must be able to wear and operate PPE, including welding hoods, respirators, gloves, face shields, harnesses, and protective clothing.
  • Tolerance for heat, sparks, fumes, confined areas, and noisy industrial environments.
  • Must be able to pass any required drug/alcohol screening.
  • Must be able to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and travel, as project needs demand.
  • Work Environment: Industrial construction and maintenance sites such as refineries, power plants, manufacturing facilities, or fabrication shops.
  • Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, elevated work areas, and heavy industrial noise.
  • Overtime, shift work, and weekend hours may be required to meet project schedules.
Apply at Preferred Industrial Contractors, Inc.