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Independent Contractor Rig Welders Jobs in Raleigh, NC

InServ

Stainless TIG Pipe Welder

Raleigh, NC

$20 - $25.75/hr

Founded in 1992, InServ is a full-service industrial contractor serving the life sciences, advanced ... We're hiring experienced Pipe Welders to join our pre-fabrication shop team and assist in the field.

InServ Corp.

Stainless TIG Pipe Welder

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$32 - $36/hr

Founded in 1992, InServ is a full-service industrial contractor serving the life sciences, advanced ... We're hiring experienced Pipe Welders to join our pre-fabrication shop team and assist in the field.

InServ

Stainless TIG Pipe Welder

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$32 - $36/hr

Founded in 1992, InServ is a full-service industrial contractor serving the life sciences, advanced ... We're hiring experienced Pipe Welders to join our pre-fabrication shop team and assist in the field.

CRH

Maintenance Mechanic

Louisburg, NC

$22.50 - $28.75/hr

We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers ... Ability to think independently while successfully functioning in a team environment, with a proven ...

InServ

HVAC Start-Up / Service Technician

Holly Springs, NC · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Founded in 1992, InServ is a full-service industrial contractor serving the life sciences, advanced ... Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Capable of lifting equipment and working in ...

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WillScot

Service Tech (yard)

Durham, NC · On-site

Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment is a must. * Some knowledge of computers ... Electrical, plumbing, and welding experience is a plus. * A current valid driver's license and a ...

WillScot

Service Tech (yard)

Durham, NC

Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment is a must. * Some knowledge of computers ... Electrical, plumbing, and welding experience is a plus. * A current valid driver's license and a ...

WillScot

Service Tech (yard)

Durham, NC · On-site

Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment is a must. * Some knowledge of computers ... Electrical, plumbing, and welding experience is a plus. * A current valid driver's license and a ...

ABM Industries, Inc.

Lead Licensed Plumber

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$42 - $45/hr

Works under no supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent ... contracted vendors for outsourced services; and inspects finished product. * Assembles pipe ...

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As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for independent contractor rig welders in Raleigh, NC is $45.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.89 and $46.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Independent Contractor Rig Welders vs Pipeline Welders?

AspectIndependent Contractor Rig WeldersPipeline Welders
CredentialsWelding certifications, safety trainingWelding certifications, safety training
Work EnvironmentOffshore rigs, oil fields, industrial sitesPipeline construction sites, oil and gas pipelines
Employer & IndustryContractors, oil & gas industry, industrial sectorsConstruction companies, oil & gas industry

Independent Contractor Rig Welders and Pipeline Welders both require welding certifications and safety training. While rig welders often work on offshore rigs and industrial sites as contractors, pipeline welders focus on pipeline construction and maintenance within the oil and gas industry. The main difference lies in their work environment and project types, with rig welders typically working in more mobile, offshore settings, and pipeline welders in land-based pipeline projects.

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Stainless TIG Pipe Welder

Stainless TIG Pipe Welder

InServ

Raleigh, NC

$20 - $25.75/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

InServ rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Company Overview:

Founded in 1992, InServ is a full-service industrial contractor serving the life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and food and beverage sectors. We specialize in mechanical, electrical and instrumentation, hygienic piping and HVAC trades. Operating from multiple locations across North Carolina, we serve clients throughout the Southeast. Our success is built on an unwavering commitment to  safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Join InServ, a leading industrial contractor serving life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and food & beverage sectors.  We're hiring experienced Pipe Welders to join our pre-fabrication shop team and assist in the field. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lay out, fit and weld fabricated, cast and forged pipe components to assemble structural forms (machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, piping headers, furnace shells, building and bridge parts according to blueprints and welding/metallurgy knowledge.
  • Select equipment and plan layout, assembly, and welding, using knowledge of geometry, metal properties, weld shrinkage and welding techniques
  • Position, align and fit components together; secure parts with bolts, clamps and tack welds.
  • Thread pipe of all sizes
  • Set up equipment and weld parts using SMAW, GMAW, and TIG welding processes
  • Assemble parts by bolting and riveting as needed
  • Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using cutting torch, straightening press, and hand tools
  • Maintain certification in in SMAW, GMAW, and TIG welding processes

Tool and Equipment:

  • Must possess the minimum tools required for Welders under InServ Policy
  • Proficient in using:
    • Power drills, grinders, and saws
    • Pipe threading equipment of all types and sizes
    • Electric, propane, and diesel-powered welding machines
    • Plasma cutting machines
    • Hand tools for lifting, positioning, and aligning (dollies, skates, chain falls, come-alongs, etc.)

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years of field experience working as a pipe welder on commercial/industrial projects.
  • Ability to work independently and maintain schedule after receiving direction
  • Strong problem-solving and logical reasoning skills
  • Ability to:
    • Perform work within established InServ quality and time standards
    • Adapt to changing duties
    • Perform accurate arithmetic operations quickly
    • Interpret blueprints and visualize 3D objects from flat drawings 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Work skillfully with hands
  • Climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffolds
  • See well (naturally or with correction) and distinguish colors
  • Reach for, handle, and grasp pipe, tubing, and hand tools
  • Bend, crouch, and work in small places
  • Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: 

  • Exposure to varying weather conditions (cold, rain, heat)
  • High noise levels
  • Occasional high-stress situations

BENEFITS:

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • Health, Dental and Vision insurance
  • Health Savings account and Flexible spending account
  • Referral program

Apply today!  People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Note: InServ conducts background and drug and alcohol tests on all employees.

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