Traveling Structural Welder - Plant Outages
Houston, United StatesCompany
Industrial Air Flow Dynamics
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
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Traveling Structural Welder - $25/ hr + Paid Travel, Tools Supplied, and Referral Bonuses
We've Got the Gear, the Travel, and the Pay - Just Bring the Skill
At Industrial Air Flow Dynamics, Inc., we know great welders don't just need a paycheck, they need support. That's why we supply all the tools and PPE required for each job, cover your travel and hotel, pay you for passing your weld test. We even reward you for bringing your friends along. When you work with us, you're not just another name on a roster, you're part of the crew that keeps America's power plants running.
We're hiring experienced Stainless Steel Structural Welders (Flux-Core Process) for long term, nationwide turnaround work. If you're dependable, driven, and ready to get paid to travel, read on.
Why Weld with Us?
Tools & PPE Provided - No need to haul your gear. We've got it covered.
Paid Weld Test - Pass our weld test? You get paid for it.
Travel Covered - We pay your airfare and provide shared hotel accommodations.
Daily Per Diem - $30/day to cover meals and incidentals.
Referral Bonuses - Know someone who's got what it takes? Get paid when we hire them.
Fair Pay - $25/hour + $15/hour paid while you travel time to the project The Job
You'll travel across the U.S. to power plant sites, welding stainless steel structural components using the Flux-Core process (309 wire on ½" carbon plate). You'll read and work from detailed blueprints, and perform 2G, 3G, and 4G welds in all positions, including overhead and vertical, in high-pressure, physically demanding environments like boilers and scaffolding systems.
What We're Looking For
3+ years of industrial welding experience
Ability to pass bend-tested welds: 2G, 3G, and 4G (Flux-Core, 309 wire)
Comfortable working at heights and in tight, hot spaces
Willing to travel continuously nation
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Traveling Structural Welder - $25/ hr + Paid Travel, Tools Supplied, and Referral Bonuses
We've Got the Gear, the Travel, and the Pay - Just Bring the Skill
At Industrial Air Flow Dynamics, Inc., we know great welders don't just need a paycheck, they need support. That's why we supply all the tools and PPE required for each job, cover your travel and hotel, pay you for passing your weld test. We even reward you for bringing your friends along. When you work with us, you're not just another name on a roster, you're part of the crew that keeps America's power plants running.
We're hiring experienced Stainless Steel Structural Welders (Flux-Core Process) for long term, nationwide turnaround work. If you're dependable, driven, and ready to get paid to travel, read on.
Why Weld with Us?
Tools & PPE Provided - No need to haul your gear. We've got it covered.
Paid Weld Test - Pass our weld test? You get paid for it.
Travel Covered - We pay your airfare and provide shared hotel accommodations.
Daily Per Diem - $30/day to cover meals and incidentals.
Referral Bonuses - Know someone who's got what it takes? Get paid when we hire them.
Fair Pay - $25/hour + $15/hour paid while you travel time to the project The Job
You'll travel across the U.S. to power plant sites, welding stainless steel structural components using the Flux-Core process (309 wire on ½" carbon plate). You'll read and work from detailed blueprints, and perform 2G, 3G, and 4G welds in all positions, including overhead and vertical, in high-pressure, physically demanding environments like boilers and scaffolding systems.
What We're Looking For
3+ years of industrial welding experience
Ability to pass bend-tested welds: 2G, 3G, and 4G (Flux-Core, 309 wire)
Comfortable working at heights and in tight, hot spaces
Willing to travel continuously nation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States
What is the projected median annual wage for welders in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in the United States is $52,500, or $25.24 per hour, as of 2026. Entry-level welders start at approximately $38,000 annually, while experienced ones earn up to $68,000. Wages are highest in manufacturing states like Louisiana at $28.50 per hour.
What visa do foreign welders need to work legally in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign welders typically require an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural work, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 66,000 visas plus up to 64,716 supplemental. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL proving no US workers available, valid for up to 12 months. Processing fee is $460 per petition as of 2026.
What are the minimum education and experience requirements for welder jobs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders need a high school diploma or GED and completion of a 6,000-hour apprenticeship program averaging 2 years. No prior experience is required for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 18. Vocational training from DOL-registered programs provides the necessary skills in MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
What documents are required to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants need a high school diploma or GED, proof of age 18+, driver's license, Social Security number, and resume listing any metalworking experience. Submit online via Apprenticeship.gov portal with sponsor-specific forms. Background check and drug test are standard, processed within 30 days.
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