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 in the United States is $51,750 as of May 2026. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $39,890 annually, while the highest 10 percent earn more than $68,210. Wages vary by industry, with structural metals manufacturing paying a median of $55,420.
Q What visa options are available for foreign welders to work in the United States in 2026?
USCIS offers H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural welders, with a cap of 66,000 visas for FY 2026 split between 33,000 for first half and 33,000 for second half. Employers must file Form I-129 at least 75 days before work start and obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL. Permanent residency via EB-3 requires Schedule A designation for skilled welders with 2 years experience.
Q What education and experience are required for entry-level welder jobs in the US?
The Department of Labor states that entry-level welders typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a 6-18 month apprenticeship program with 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training. No prior experience is required for registered apprenticeships, but basic math and blueprint reading skills are essential. Most programs require applicants to be at least 18 years old.
Q What documents are needed to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the United States?
DOL requires submission of a high school diploma or GED, proof of age (18+), a valid driver's license, and a drug test result for welder apprenticeship applications. Additional documents include a resume listing any metalworking experience and results from an aptitude test administered by the sponsor. Applications must be submitted through the Apprenticeship.gov portal by the program's deadline.
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