Pipe Welders Needed

Pipe Welders Needed

Los Angeles, United States

Company
Labor One Staffing
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Labor One is currently hiring Pipe Welders in San Diego, CA at a Shipyard.

$160 perdiem, if eligible.

Job Requirements:

Three years of experience in welding, knowledge of welding procedures, and various types of welding equipment, proficient in flat, vertical, overhead, and horizontal arc, SMAW and flux-core, tig welding and air arc skills.

Must comprehend written and verbal instructions (in English).

Must be able to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings.

Must pass a background check, vision test and drug test.

Must be able to work any shift and overtime.

Pipe Welding Assessment:

FCAW

Fillet weld plates:

· 2F 3F 4F (VT test)
• Fillet testing shall take 1-2 hours

Steel backing butt joint 6X6 3/8” thick:

· 2G 3G 4G (VT and UT test )
• All Butt joint testing takes a welder an average of 1-2 days

Butt joint with ceramic backing 12X8 ¾” thick:

· 1G 2G 3G (VT and UT test)
• All Butt joint testing takes a welder an average of 1-2 days

Simulation:

· Wraps 2F 3F 36” in length

· Diagonal 3F 4F 36” in length

· In and out corners 2F 4F 6”

· Water tight collar

· Air arc fillet welds

(VT testing)
• All simulation testing takes average welder 1-2 days

GTAW Pipe welding assessment

· 6G position - 2.5 “copper nickel pipe butt joint schedule 40 (VT and bent test)

· 5F, 4F position - 3” copper nickel pipe sleeve 200 (VT and macro etch test)

· 5F, 4Fposition - 1” mild steel pipe schedule socket weld 40 (VT and macro etch test)
• All pipe testing takes average welder 1-2 days

Send resume to [email protected]
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

Q What is the median annual salary for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is projected at $51,200 in 2026 based on May 2023 data of $48,290 adjusted for 2% annual wage growth through 2033. Entry-level welders earn $39,600 annually (10th percentile), while experienced ones earn up to $68,500 (90th percentile). Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate adds an average of $5,000 yearly.
Q What visa is required for foreign nationals to work as welders in the United States in 2026?
Foreign welders typically qualify for H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas, with a FY2026 cap of 68,500 visas plus up to 64,000 supplemental, processed starting October 1, 2025. Employers must file Form I-129 at least 75 days before need, proving no US workers available. Visa valid up to 12 months, extendable to 3 years maximum.
Q What education and experience are required to become a welder in the United States?
A high school diploma or GED is the minimum education requirement, with most employers requiring completion of a 6-month to 1-year vocational training program or apprenticeship. Entry-level positions need no prior experience, but 1-2 years of on-the-job training is standard for certification. Associate degrees in welding technology improve hiring chances by 25%.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the US?
Required documents include a high school diploma or GED, proof of US work authorization (SSN or I-9 eligible), resume listing any vocational training, and birth certificate or passport for age verification (minimum 16-18 years). Safety eyewear and basic tools may be needed at orientation. Applications are submitted via state apprenticeship agencies by December 31 for January starts.
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