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Entry Level Twic Card Welding Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Welder II

Houston, TX · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

... GMAW welding equipment required. * Ability to read engineering specifications preferred. * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. * Possession of current TWIC card or ability to ...

Welder

New Orleans, LA

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Must attain or be able to attain your TWIC Card. * ability to fulfill schedule requirements which ... have 1-3 years welding experience, marine industry preferred. If you are interested in this ...

Field Welder

Alvin, TX · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

... TWIC card or ability to obtain a TWIC card required. This outlines the general tasks and work ... An individual qualified to properly perform specific welding activities. o MOS Level l shall ...

Welder's Helper

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $23.50/hr

Basic knowledge of welding processes or terminology. * Must be comfortable working around water and on vessels. Preferred but Not Required: * TWIC card a plus (may be required for some job sites)

Field Welder

Alvin, TX · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

... TWIC card or ability to obtain a TWIC card required. This outlines the general tasks and work ... An individual qualified to properly perform specific welding activities. o MOS Level l shall ...

Field Welder

Alvin, TX · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

... TWIC card or ability to obtain a TWIC card required. This outlines the general tasks and work ... An individual qualified to properly perform specific welding activities. o MOS Level l shall ...

Field Welder

Alvin, TX · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

... TWIC card or ability to obtain a TWIC card required. This outlines the general tasks and work ... An individual qualified to properly perform specific welding activities. o MOS Level l shall ...

Offshore Pipe Welder

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$24.75 - $30.50/hr

Valid TWIC card. Candidates will be required to pass: * Hands on Pipe Welder Test Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Walk in applications are not available. Once your application ...

Welder

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Must attain or be able to attain your TWIC Card. * ability to fulfill schedule requirements which ... have 1-3 years welding experience, marine industry preferred. If you are interested in this ...

Offshore Welder

Gray, LA

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Experience with pipe welding and structural steel fabrication * TWIC card * BOSIET and/or HUET certification * Basic rigging and mechanical skills Work Environment * Offshore rotational schedule (e.g ...

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How much do entry level twic card welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level twic card welding in the United States is $23.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Twic Card Welding vs Entry Level Pipefitter?

AspectEntry Level Twic Card WeldingEntry Level Pipefitter
CertificationsTwic Card, Basic Welding CertificationTwic Card, Pipefitting Certification
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial facilitiesRefineries, industrial plants, construction sites
Industry UsageOil & gas, construction, manufacturingOil & gas, power plants, industrial projects

Both roles often require a Twic Card and entry-level welding or pipefitting skills. While welding focuses on joining metals through welding techniques, pipefitters specialize in installing and maintaining piping systems. Both jobs are essential in industrial and construction settings, with overlapping work environments and certifications.

Do welders need an entry level TWIC card?

Entry level welders working in maritime or transportation-related environments often need a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card to access secure areas. While not all welding jobs require a TWIC, many positions in these sectors do, especially those involving port or terminal work, and obtaining the card involves background checks and security clearance. Having a TWIC can improve job prospects in industries that prioritize security credentials for welders and other workers.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Twic Card Welding job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,390 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

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Job description

General Summary
The Shop Welder is responsible for the set-up and operation of welding equipment to fabricate and assemble metal structures and produce metal products according to client and engineering specifications.
Location: Houston, TX 77087
Essential Job Functions
  • Maintains a safe, secure and healthy environment by adhering to Company/Customer safety standards and practices and to legal regulations, alerting others regarding potential hazards or concern
  • Performs all duties as assigned and adheres to TEAM's Core Values
  • Operates or tends welding machines that join or bond components to fabricate metal products and assemblies according to client and engineering specifications
  • Reads, interprets and understands production schedule and specifications to plan tasks related to work orders and determine the appropriate welding equipment or method
  • Establishes components for welding according to specifications
  • Performs testing and inspection of welded surfaces and structures to discover flaws
  • Maintains welding equipment to meet safety standards
  • Completes documentation of welding activities

Job Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Associate's Degree, training in Vocational school, or relevant industry experience required.
  • One (1) year of experience in machine welding and knowledge of orbital and automated welding required.
  • Ability to pass a standard Code Welder exam required.
  • Ability to operate GTAW, SMAW and GMAW welding equipment required.
  • Ability to read engineering specifications preferred.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Possession of current TWIC card or ability to obtain a TWIC card required.
  • Travel Requirements: 0% - 25

Work Conditions
  • Position is based out of a branch or site location.
  • Field duties require indoor and outdoor work in a plant atmosphere
  • Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors and client personnel
  • Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels
  • Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection
  • May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes
  • May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis

Physical and Mental Requirements
  • Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds
  • Must be able to walk and climb except when performing non-field duties
  • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits employee to communicate effectively
  • Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits employee to investigations
  • Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permit the employee to perform routine office duties
  • Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodations to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations
  • Sufficient personal mobility to maneuver within a refinery or plant environment to include the ability to gain access to elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells
  • Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively
  • Excellent communication skills

TEAM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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