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Custom Welding Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

LT Staffing Inc

Welder / Pipe fitter

Fall River, MA

$21.50 - $27.25/hr

Uses various types of welding equipment and a variety of common hand and power tools. * Will fit up and fully weld the most complex heat exchangers and tanks including custom fabrications and ...

Taco Family of Companies

Welder A - 1st Shift

Fall River, MA

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

Performs less complex custom weldment fit up using the gas metal arc welding/flux cored arc welding (GMAW/FCAW) welding processes. Must be proficient in numerous Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS ...

BEPeterson

Welder

Avon, MA · On-site

$21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

BE Peterson, Inc., an established custom-designed metal fabrication company, is looking for qualified welders to join our team. We are experiencing tremendous growth, and need the right people to ...

BEPeterson

Welder

Avon, MA · On-site

$21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

BE Peterson, Inc., an established custom-designed metal fabrication company, is looking for qualified welders to join our team. We are experiencing tremendous growth, and need the right people to ...

Taco Family of Companies

Welder A - 1st Shift

Fall River, MA · On-site

$35.15 - $37.85/hr

Performs less complex custom weldment fit up using the gas metal arc welding/flux cored arc welding (GMAW/FCAW) welding processes. Must be proficient in numerous Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS ...

BEPeterson

Welder - Manufacturing

Avon, MA · On-site

$21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

BE Peterson, Inc., an established custom-designed metal fabrication company, is looking for qualified welders to join our team. We are experiencing tremendous growth, and need the right people to ...

BEPeterson

Welder - Hiring Now

Avon, MA · On-site

$21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

BE Peterson, Inc., an established custom-designed metal fabrication company, is looking for qualified welders to join our team. We are experiencing tremendous growth, and need the right people to ...

Mid-City Scrap, LLC.

$24 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform MIG and stick welding on carbon steel and structural components * Torch cut and prepare ... Modify or build custom solutions to improve safety or productivity * Follow all OSHA regulations ...

Mid-City Scrap LLC

Welder

MA · On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform MIG and stick welding on carbon steel and structural components * Torch cut and prepare ... Modify or build custom solutions to improve safety or productivity * Follow all OSHA regulations ...

Mid-City Scrap, LLC

Welder

Westport, MA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform MIG and stick welding on carbon steel and structural components * Torch cut and prepare ... Modify or build custom solutions to improve safety or productivity * Follow all OSHA regulations ...

Colonial Fence Co.

Custom Fence Fabricator

Franklin, MA · On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

We are a leading manufacturer and installer of premium cellular vinyl, cedar, PVC fencing, and custom garden products. As a member of our manufacturing team, you will be responsible for producing ...

Colonial Fence Co.

Custom Fence Fabricator

Franklin, MA

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

We are a leading manufacturer and installer of premium cellular vinyl, cedar, PVC fencing, and custom garden products. As a member of our manufacturing team, you will be responsible for producing ...

Exyte Group

Fabricator/TIG Welder

Lawrence, MA · On-site

$21.50 - $27.75/hr

This role is responsible for the assembly, fabrication, welding, finishing, and testing of both ... custom-engineered pharmaceutical equipment * Maintain consistent communication with team members ...

Rodney Hunt Inc.

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Orange, MA · On-site

$75K - $105K/yr

Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability of custom metal components and welded assemblies. * Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for fabrication and welding-related ...

Rodney Hunt

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Orange, MA · On-site

$72K - $96K/yr

Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability of custom metal components and welded assemblies. * Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for fabrication and welding-related ...

Exyte GmbH

$21.50 - $27.75/hr

This role is responsible for the assembly, fabrication, welding, finishing, and testing of both ... custom-engineered pharmaceutical equipment * Maintain consistent communication with team members ...

Kelly Services

MIG and Stick Welder

Middleborough, MA

$20 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Interpret blueprints and follow specifications to produce custom products * Perform MIG and Stick welding on a variety of materials * Safely operate power tools and hand tools * Measure and mark ...

Senior plc

Weld Support

Sharon, MA · On-site

$24/hr

... and building custom-engineered metal bellows for industries that demand the best: aerospace ... welding or manufacturing experience required-we provide comprehensive training for the right ...

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How much do custom welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for custom welding in Massachusetts is $32.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.48 and $37.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or industries do custom welders typically work on?

Custom welders often work on a wide range of projects, including fabrication of unique metal components, repair and modification of machinery, and construction of structural frameworks. Industries that commonly seek custom welding expertise include manufacturing, automotive, construction, shipbuilding, and the arts. You may be tasked with one-off jobs for local clients or contribute to larger, ongoing production projects alongside a team of fabricators and engineers. This variety keeps the work interesting and offers opportunities to build a diverse skill set. If you enjoy hands-on problem solving and creative metalwork, custom welding can be a rewarding career path.

What is a custom welder?

A Custom Welding job involves fabricating, modifying, or repairing metal structures based on specific client requirements. Welders in this role work with various metals, techniques, and blueprints to create unique or specialized products. They may handle one-off projects, repair broken parts, or manufacture custom components for industries like automotive, construction, or manufacturing. Attention to detail and precision are crucial for ensuring structural integrity and meeting design specifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a custom welder, and why are they important?

To thrive in Custom Welding, you need strong technical welding skills, a thorough understanding of metals and fabrication techniques, and typically some formal training or certification such as AWS (American Welding Society) qualifications. Experience with specialized welding equipment like MIG, TIG, and plasma cutters, as well as blueprint reading and CAD systems, is highly valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help set top custom welders apart. These competencies are critical for delivering precise, high-quality custom products that meet unique client specifications and industry standards.

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Infographic showing various Custom Welding job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,669 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

Welder / Pipe fitter

LT Staffing Inc

Fall River, MA

$21.50 - $27.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Experience with gas metal arc welding/flux cored arc welding (GMAW/FCAW) welding process.  

      • Pipe fitter experience, and
      • ASME pressure vessel welding experience
  • Full understanding of relevant Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and the ability to follow all parameters within
  • Timely completion of all welding operations within the operational time limits and according to company quality protocols
  • Successfully troubleshoot complex welding and fit-up issues independently

Responsibilities

  • Works independently using drawings, specifications, WPS and verbal instructions.
  • Uses various types of welding equipment and a variety of common hand and power tools.
  • Will fit up and fully weld the most complex heat exchangers and tanks including custom fabrications and extremely complex tanks, with minimal guidance by reading and interpreting standard and custom part drawings. This can take place at elevated heights, while working on top of tanks or from elevated work platforms. 
  • Completes the most complicated welding repairs and performs final welding operations on complex weldments as needed.
  • Must be able to perform confined space welding as needed.
  • Uses FCAW/GMAW welding process, with or without backing, in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions, on both steel and stainless-steel materials.
  • Will weld full penetration welds on small diameter pipe using the GMAW process.
  • Must be able to use a scissor lift when needed to access welding work at heights.
  • Interacts with the Engineering team on designs and fabrication challenges as needed.
  • Reads appropriate Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) and is capable of interpreting welding variables and assures that all parameters within the WPS are adhered to.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be able to pass American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Section IX welding tests with the following variables:
  • FCAW/GMAW and SAW processes
  • Steel-steel, steel-stainless, stainless-stainless
  • Flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions
  • With or without backing
  • Small pipe diameter in rotated horizontal position
  • 7+ years of welding experience using drawings, specifications, charts and welding equipment
  • Strong knowledge of shop math and basic geometry concepts
  • Must be proficient in numerous welding procedure specifications including small pipe qualification and various welding positions
  • Ability to perform repetitive work requiring constant alertness or activity and including standing and lifting for extended periods of time sometimes at height of up to 10 feet

Preferred:

  • Graduate of a welding and fabrication vocational or technical training program
  • 3+ years of experience in a pipe, pressure vessel or structural welding shop
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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