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Orion Group Holdings, Inc.

Boat Captain

Houston, TX · On-site

Our Boat Captains play an important role in safely operating and navigating company vessels ... Works closely with the General Foreman, Barge Foreman, Crane Operators, Welders,Helpers, and other ...

Schneider

Boat Captain

Houston, TX · On-site

Our Boat Captains play an important role in safely operating and navigating company vessels ... Works closely with the General Foreman, Barge Foreman, Crane Operators, Welders,Helpers, and other ...

TAS Concrete

Boat Captain

Houston, TX · On-site

Our Boat Captains play an important role in safely operating and navigating company vessels ... Works closely with the General Foreman, Barge Foreman, Crane Operators, Welders,Helpers, and other ...

Orion Marine Group

Boat Captain

Houston, TX

Our Boat Captains play an important role in safely operating and navigating company vessels ... Works closely with the General Foreman, Barge Foreman, Crane Operators, Welders,Helpers, and other ...

Kirby Corporation

Welder I

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding barge and boat repair and fabrication areas, cargo tanks, and internal compartments. * Complete the necessary number of passes to produce full penetration ...

United Engines

Welder I

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding barge and boat repair and fabrication areas, cargo tanks, and internal compartments. * Complete the necessary number of passes to produce full penetration ...

Kirby Corporation

Welder I

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding barge and boat repair and fabrication areas, cargo tanks, and internal compartments. * Complete the necessary number of passes to produce full penetration ...

United Engines

Welder I

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding barge and boat repair and fabrication areas, cargo tanks, and internal compartments. * Complete the necessary number of passes to produce full penetration ...

United Engines

Welder I

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding barge and boat repair and fabrication areas, cargo tanks, and internal compartments. * Complete the necessary number of passes to produce full penetration ...

Road King Trailers Inc

Welder

Ocala, FL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Welder/Fabricator Needed At Road King Trailers, we are an industry leader in building high quality boat trailers. Potential applicants will need to work in a fast paced, team-oriented environment.

Orion Talent

Pipe Welder

North Kingstown, RI · On-site

$22/hr

Description General Dynamics Electric Boat (Quonset Point) Pipe Welder Overview Our Goal: To produce the highest quality submarines for the protection of the American trust and future. Our Function:

Magic Tilt Trailers Inc

Aluminum Welder

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$24 - $32/hr

This position is responsible for MIG welding aluminum frame materials and components used to construct aluminum boat-trailer frames. Department: Aluminum Weld Job Status: Regular Full-Time FLSA ...

Magic Tilt Trailers Inc

Aluminum Welder

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$24 - $32/hr

This position is responsible for MIG welding aluminum frame materials and components used to construct aluminum boat-trailer frames. Department: Aluminum Weld Job Status: Regular Full-Time FLSA ...

United Engines

Second Shift Welder I

Oklahoma City, OK

$18 - $23.75/hr

Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding barge and boat repair and fabrication areas, cargo tanks, and internal compartments. * Complete the necessary number of passes to produce full penetration ...

ORION

Boat Captain

Mobile, AL · On-site

Works closely with the General Foreman, Barge Foreman, Crane Operators, Welders, Helpers, and other ... Position Requirements At least three (3) years of experience as a Boat Captain is required, along ...

United Engines

Second Shift Welder I

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding barge and boat repair and fabrication areas, cargo tanks, and internal compartments. * Complete the necessary number of passes to produce full penetration ...

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How much do boat welder jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for boat welder in the United States is $27.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a boat welder?

A Boat Welder is a skilled tradesperson who specializes in welding and fabricating metal components for boats and ships. They work with materials like aluminum, steel, and stainless steel to construct, repair, and maintain marine vessels. Using techniques such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding, they ensure watertight and structurally sound welds. Boat Welders often read blueprints, follow safety regulations, and may work in shipyards, boat manufacturing facilities, or on-site for repairs.

What types of projects or vessels do boat welders typically work on?

Boat Welders often work on a variety of vessels, including recreational boats, commercial ships, barges, and sometimes naval or coast guard vessels, performing tasks such as hull fabrication, repair, and modifications. A typical workday involves interpreting blueprints, preparing metal surfaces, executing precise welds, and conducting inspections to ensure quality and safety standards are met. While some work may be done in fabrication shops, many projects take place in shipyards, dry docks, or even onboard vessels in the water, which can make the environment physically demanding. Collaboration with marine engineers, fabricators, and other skilled tradespeople is common to ensure cohesive project completion. This offers dynamic work settings and opportunities to develop specialized skills within the marine industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a boat welder?

To thrive as a Boat Welder, you need expertise in welding techniques (such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding), metal fabrication, and blueprint reading, usually supported by technical training or certification. Familiarity with specialized welding equipment, marine-grade materials, and safety standards like OSHA or American Welding Society (AWS) certification is often required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork are highly valued soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure the structural integrity and safety of vessels while enabling projects to be completed efficiently in sometimes challenging marine environments.

How much does a boat welder make?

A boat welder's average salary ranges from $40,000 to $70,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Skilled welders with certifications in underwater or aluminum welding may earn higher wages, especially in maritime or industrial environments.

How much money do ocean boat welders make?

Ocean boat welders typically earn between $40,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and the complexity of the projects. Skilled welders with certifications such as AWS or ASME can command higher wages, especially when working in offshore or demanding environments.
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Infographic showing various Boat Welder job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $57,939 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Pipe Welder

General Dynamics Electric Boat

North Kingstown, RI

$25.25 - $31/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 164 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 545 rated manufacturers

Job description

Overview
Our Goal: To produce the highest quality submarines for the protection of the American trust and future.
Our Function: Perform welding procedures using GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)on all submarine piping systems materials, including bi-metallic welds.
Duties include but not limited to:
  • Welds on butts, sockets, boss roots, weldolets and fillets
  • Consumes an E.B. insert to form the root pass of a butt weld, performs 5X magnification visual inspection of pipe welds, and weld repair of excavated areas of pipe welds
  • Operates automatic TIG fixed head and orbital automatic welding equipment
  • Performs a visual inspection of finished welds

Some of the Benefits we provide to you include:
  • Paid Training
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Prescription coverage
  • 401K plan
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Commuter/Van Services/Ripta
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
  • Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities

Relocation Assistance provided to qualified candidates.
This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.
Qualifications
Required:
  • High school diploma or equivalent OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience
  • Formal GTAW/TIG welding training and/or on the job experience
  • Available to work all shifts
  • Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces (in-tank welding) and extreme temperature conditions (cold, heat) as required
  • Some lifting will be required
  • Ability to work in horizontal, vertical and overhead positions
  • Pass an Electric Boat socket and X-Ray butt test and procedures test per training requirements
  • Ability to read and interpret welding and shipyard procedures, structural drawings, technical manuals, test documents and diagrams
  • Basic mathematical skills
  • Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools

Preferred:
  • TIG (GTAW, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding) welding process training and/or experience
  • Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs
  • Pipe welding training and/or experience
  • X-Ray pipe welding experience
  • Orbital welding
  • Nuclear welding experience
  • Military/Navy related experience

Skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work and participate in a collaborative team environment and meet organizational goals

Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily

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