Pipe Welder

Pipe Welder


Company
Employbridge
Location
Houston, TX
Posted
4 days ago
Via
Employbridge

Job Description
Pipe Welder

Job Summary:

Pipe welder proficient in welding techniques

Pay: $25-$31 depends on experience

Shift: 2nd shift – 6:00 pm – 5:30am, (flexible to 10-hour shifts/Saturdays required)

Duties:

Proficient in assigned welding techniques

Interpretation of mechanical drawings, including the ability to read weld symbols

Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys, aluminum, and some exotic materials

Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)

Convention and precision measuring instruments

Process inspection, certification, and documentation

Welding equipment maintenance and inspection

Finish grinding applications using manual and power tools

Safety and housekeeping

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements:

Minimum 3+ year experience working within a manufacturing environment/facility

Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Able to stand for 8–10-hour shifts

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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