Pipe Welder, Refinery, Oil & Gas

Pipe Welder, Refinery, Oil & Gas


Company
Matrix Service
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
38–40 an hour
Via
Energy Job Shop

Job Description
Pipe Welders in Los Angeles, CA - Up to $40/hour + Benefits

Matrix Service, Inc. is hiring Pipe Welders in Los Angeles, California. The role involves welding high- and low-pressure pipe in refinery and industrial construction settings, with all welds subject to rigorous testing. Candidates must hold multiple welding certifications and have refinery or turnaround experience. The company offers competitive wages and a strong benefits package.

Perks & benefits:
• $38 - $40 per hour
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program and adoption assistance

What you’ll need:
• Minimum 5 years of refinery maintenance/turnaround/construction experience
• Current certifications in SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW or FCAW
• Ability to pass welder skills and practical tests (6G position)
• Completion of safety, PSM, and site-specific training
• Ability to pass background check and drug testing program

What will make you stand out:
• Proven success welding heavy wall pipe under x-ray testing standards
• Strong refinery-specific experience
• Precision and ability to work under strict QA/QC requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Q What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
Q What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
Q What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
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