Pipefitter Pipewelder Contract Hire Apply
Overview
We’re looking for highly skilled, precision-oriented welders to join a specialized contract team working on complex fabrication projects in a clean, high-spec manufacturing environment. This is a 12-week contract role (W2) with strong potential for full-time hire based on performance, reliability, and craftsmanship.
You’ll be part of a tight-knit, quality-driven production team supporting a range of high-purity process systems, pressure vessels, and stainless piping assemblies. From TIG welding on sanitary-grade stainless to heavy MIG fabrication and orbital welds on pipe spools, your work will directly contribute to systems used in critical industrial, medical, and commercial applications around the world.
This is a great fit for welders who take pride in doing it right the first time, thrive in structured environments, and want to be part of a team that values safety, skill, and attention to detail. All candidates will complete a hands-on weld test prior to start.
Pay & Benefits
- Full-Time
- $32 - $40 /hr
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Leave, Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Contract
- 12 week contract
- W2 employee with full benefits from day 1
- Strong ability to transition to full time employee based on performance
Shift & Schedule
- Monday - Thursday
- 6:00am - 4:30pm
- OT may be required on Friday's 6:00am - 2:30pm
Responsibilities
- Fit, prep, and install stainless steel process piping from blueprints, isometric drawings, and P&IDs
- Perform precision TIG welding on sanitary and industrial pipe (primarily stainless steel, occasional carbon)
- Execute layout, cutting, tacking, and fit-up of complex piping runs with minimal supervision
- Ensure welds meet internal quality and high-purity cleanliness standards (sanitary or orbital TIG where required)
- Use measurement tools (e.g., tape measures, levels, squares) to maintain tight tolerances and proper slope/fall
- Coordinate with mechanical team to complete full system builds (skids, racks, pump packages, etc.)
- Use material handling equipment (forklifts, overhead cranes, carts) to move and stage pipe and components
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in line with manufacturing and industry standards
- Support project throughput and team goals by meeting production schedules and upholding quality targets
- Participate in safety and process improvement efforts; uphold all QA/QC protocols and inspection criteria
Requirements
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in MIG, TIG, combination, and orbital welding in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Proficiency welding stainless steel and carbon steel with minimal supervision
- Strong blueprint reading and weld symbol interpretation skills
- Comfortable with precision fabrication for tanks, skids, piping systems, and pressure vessels
- Able to pass a hands-on weld test for MIG, TIG, and orbital welding prior to assignment
- Skilled in use of grinders, torches, saws, and other shop tools
- Familiar with rigging, overhead crane operation, and material handling protocols
- Excellent attention to detail, consistency, and quality
- High school diploma or GED required; technical certifications or combination welder diploma preferred
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Willing to work overtime when required, including some Fridays
Benefits
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance

