TRAVEL Pipe Welder/Pipe Fitter
Aerotek, Columbia, MO, United States
URGENTLY HIRING TRAVEL Pipe Welders and Pipe Fitters
$32-36HR and $140 per diem days worked
Working 60+ hours a week
Job located in Jeffersonville, IN - must be able to travel for work (set up lodging and transportation)
Job Description
This role involves performing high-quality welding operations using multiple welding processes in accordance with AWS standards and project specifications. You will interpret blueprints and welding procedures, set up and maintain welding equipment, and work with a variety of metals to fabricate, install, and repair components. The position requires close collaboration with supervisors, engineers, and quality inspectors to ensure accuracy, safety, and continuous improvement in all welding activities.
Responsibilities
Perform welding operations using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and other qualified processes in accordance with AWS certification requirements.
Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and fabrication drawings to plan and execute work accurately.
Set up, operate, adjust, and maintain welding machines, power tools, hand tools, and fixtures required for each job.
Work with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, sheet metal, cast iron, and other metals as required for fabrication, installation, and repair tasks.
Inspect welds visually and with measuring tools (such as tape measures and gauges) to verify compliance with AWS standards and project specifications.
Perform repairs, rework, and adjustments on welds and assemblies to meet quality and dimensional requirements.
Use grinders, torches, cutting tools, and other shop equipment safely and effectively to prepare, weld, and finish materials.
Install and fabricate duct work and related HVAC components as needed, including general construction and duct installation tasks.
Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, adherence to hot-work procedures, and compliance with OSHA guidelines.
Maintain accurate documentation of welds, materials used, and inspection results for quality and traceability.
Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, quality inspectors, and other team members to resolve issues and ensure project accuracy.
Support continuous improvement efforts in welding processes, fabrication methods, and overall shop operations.
Perform general labor tasks related to fabrication, construction, plumbing-related metal work, and installation activities as assigned.
Essential Skills
Current AWS Welder Certification (for example, D1.1 Structural Steel, D1.2 Aluminum, D1.3 Sheet Steel, or D1.6 Stainless Steel, or comparable AWS qualifications).
Demonstrated experience in industrial, structural, or fabrication welding.
Ability to pass weld tests in accordance with AWS standards.
Strong understanding of welding safety practices and OSHA regulations.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, welding symbols, WPS, and fabrication drawings.
Ability to lift heavy materials and safely handle large components.
Capability to work in various positions, including overhead, vertical, and in confined spaces.
Proficiency with grinders, torches, cutting tools, and measuring instruments such as tape measures and gauges.
Solid knowledge of SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW welding processes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Columbia, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan
Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Columbia, MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.
$32-36HR and $140 per diem days worked
Working 60+ hours a week
Job located in Jeffersonville, IN - must be able to travel for work (set up lodging and transportation)
Job Description
This role involves performing high-quality welding operations using multiple welding processes in accordance with AWS standards and project specifications. You will interpret blueprints and welding procedures, set up and maintain welding equipment, and work with a variety of metals to fabricate, install, and repair components. The position requires close collaboration with supervisors, engineers, and quality inspectors to ensure accuracy, safety, and continuous improvement in all welding activities.
Responsibilities
Perform welding operations using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and other qualified processes in accordance with AWS certification requirements.
Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and fabrication drawings to plan and execute work accurately.
Set up, operate, adjust, and maintain welding machines, power tools, hand tools, and fixtures required for each job.
Work with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, sheet metal, cast iron, and other metals as required for fabrication, installation, and repair tasks.
Inspect welds visually and with measuring tools (such as tape measures and gauges) to verify compliance with AWS standards and project specifications.
Perform repairs, rework, and adjustments on welds and assemblies to meet quality and dimensional requirements.
Use grinders, torches, cutting tools, and other shop equipment safely and effectively to prepare, weld, and finish materials.
Install and fabricate duct work and related HVAC components as needed, including general construction and duct installation tasks.
Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, adherence to hot-work procedures, and compliance with OSHA guidelines.
Maintain accurate documentation of welds, materials used, and inspection results for quality and traceability.
Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, quality inspectors, and other team members to resolve issues and ensure project accuracy.
Support continuous improvement efforts in welding processes, fabrication methods, and overall shop operations.
Perform general labor tasks related to fabrication, construction, plumbing-related metal work, and installation activities as assigned.
Essential Skills
Current AWS Welder Certification (for example, D1.1 Structural Steel, D1.2 Aluminum, D1.3 Sheet Steel, or D1.6 Stainless Steel, or comparable AWS qualifications).
Demonstrated experience in industrial, structural, or fabrication welding.
Ability to pass weld tests in accordance with AWS standards.
Strong understanding of welding safety practices and OSHA regulations.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, welding symbols, WPS, and fabrication drawings.
Ability to lift heavy materials and safely handle large components.
Capability to work in various positions, including overhead, vertical, and in confined spaces.
Proficiency with grinders, torches, cutting tools, and measuring instruments such as tape measures and gauges.
Solid knowledge of SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW welding processes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Columbia, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan
Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Columbia, MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026.