Welder I

Welder I


Company
Thompson Pipe Group
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 hours ago
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Job Description
Who We are Thompson Pipe Group is a privately held family business of engineers, contractors, and manufacturers based in Rialto, California. From the humble beginnings, we built a family of products to meet the needs of all kinds of infrastructure. Each generation of products is better than the previous. Thompson Pipe Group is now the largest and most diverse drainage, sanitary, pressure and trench-less pipe provider, with manufacturing locations across the country and serving not just the US but all of North America. Please visit our website at www.thompsonpipegroup.com Thompson Pipe Group is currently looking for a Welder I/ Fabrication This person will be responsible for the interior and exterior of every spirally welded cylinder that enters their designated station for welding defects, base metal defects, and dimensional tolerances and repairs those cylinders to meet specification requirements. Responsibilities Follow all safety rules, policies, and procedures. Inspections the entire interior and an exterior surface of spirally welded cylinders and perform repairs in compliance with AWWA C200 and additional job specifications as required. Reports repairs and dimensional measurements accurately of cylinders to the nearest 32nd of an inch. Utilize oxyacetylene cutting torch to square cylinder ends and perform repairs as needed. Performs minor maintenance and repairs to welding equipment and tools. Must properly use tools and care for equipment provided by the company to complete job tasks. Maintain workstation by keeping it clean, organized, free from clutter and trip hazards. Work under general supervision; will report to a crew leader and/or supervisor. Essential Job Functions: Must pass 3G with the back gouge and back weld with FCAW process Must be able to weld within criteria. ASM section 8 UW-51 (100% RT X-Ray) Must be able to maintain a 92% acceptance rate with ASME section 8 UW-51 (100% RT X-Ray) This position frequently requires standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, use of hands to handle objects, operate controls, and tools. No limits of a range of motion. Able to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and verbal form. Must be experienced in flux-core welding, SMAW, SAW a plus. Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the welding field. utilize the flux-core welding process, cutting torch, hand-held grinders, and whatever other tools necessary to complete these repairs. Competencies To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies. Problem Solving and Innovation: Works well alone and in groups to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Meets challenges with resourcefulness and generates suggestions for improving work; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Organizational Support: Follows all policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values Communication: Listens and gets clarification; Response well to questions; participates in meetings and demonstrates group discussion skills; Writes clearly and informatively; Reads and interprets written information effectively; Presents numerical data effectively. Self-Management Attendance/Dependability/Flexibility The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock There is machinery, moving equipment (cranes, bulldozers, and other moving equipment) and electrical hand tools at the job site Outdoors exposed to changing weather conditions (for instance, rain, sun, snow, wind, etc.) An improperly illuminated or awkward and confining workspace Working above ground level where the possibility of falling exists (i.e. on ladders, rooftops, bucket trucks, scaffolding) Loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department, large earth-moving equipment) Physical Demands Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is repeatedly required to climb vertical ladders. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee must regularly apply 75-foot-pounds of torque in the assembly, dismantling, erection, and installation of various types of structures, tank jig, scaffolding, etc. Regularly swings a 10-pound hammer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. What We Offer Top-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Life and Supplement Life Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan Paid Holidays Fun Events Training and Development Employee Discounts Career Opportunity! EOE/AA – M/F/Vet/Disability Thompson Pipe Group – Pressure is an Equal Opportunity Employer Continue

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Q What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of January 2026 including overtime rates?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median hourly wage for welders at $28.45 as of January 2026 with time-and-a-half overtime required after 40 hours under FLSA rules. Welders in manufacturing earn an additional $4.20 per hour on average for night shifts. Annual median earnings reach $59,176 for full-time roles.
Q How many hours per week can welders legally work in the United States without overtime pay in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the standard workweek at 40 hours with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate required after that threshold in 2026. Welders on federal contracts receive double time for hours over 48 in a workweek. Paid sick leave of up to 56 hours annually applies under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states a high school diploma plus 6-12 months of postsecondary welding training or apprenticeship is required for 2026 entry-level positions. Three years of documented experience is mandatory for structural welding roles under AWS D1.1 standards referenced by DOL. Certification in SMAW or GMAW processes must be completed before hire.
Q What documents are required to apply for welder positions through U.S. Department of Labor registered apprenticeships in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form ETA-671, high school transcripts, and proof of U.S. work authorization to DOL-registered programs by March 2026 deadlines. A valid driver's license and negative drug test results from a SAMHSA-certified lab are mandatory. Background checks via FBI fingerprinting are required for nuclear or pipeline welding tracks.
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