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Independent Contractor Rig Welders Jobs in Springfield, OH

Crest Industries

Welder I - Nights

Washington Court House, OH · On-site

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

Works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work ... Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not ...

Parker Trutec

Maintenance Tech 2nd Shift

Springfield, OH · On-site

$24.90 - $40/hr

Work with contractors on repairing equipment from beginning to the end of the process; be present ... Ability to safely work independently by themselves. * Electrical knowledge * Electric welding

Parker Trutec

Maintenance Tech 2nd Shift

Springfield, OH · On-site

$24.90 - $40/hr

Work with contractors on repairing equipment from beginning to the end of the process; be present ... Ability to safely work independently by themselves. * Electrical knowledge * Electric welding

Aerotek

Maintenance Technician

Troy, OH · On-site

$42/hr

Observe and assist outside contractors working on-site to ensure their work complies with facility ... Perform fabrication tasks, including welding, grinding, and assembly, to repair or modify equipment ...

Ohio Cat

Field Service Technician

Troy, OH

Capable of working independently in the field * Proficient reading and writing skills * Strong ... Welding experience is a plus Job Qualifications * High School Diploma or GED is required, along ...

Ohio Cat

Field Service Technician

Troy, OH

Capable of working independently in the field * Proficient reading and writing skills * Strong ... Welding experience is a plus Job Qualifications * High School Diploma or GED is required, along ...

Ohio Machinery Co.

Field Service Technician

Troy, OH · On-site

$65 - $82/hr

Capable of working independently in the field * Proficient reading and writing skills * Strong ... Welding experience is a plus Job Qualifications * High School Diploma or GED is required, along ...

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Reiter Dairy

Controls Technician

Springfield, OH · On-site

$27.50 - $36/hr

Record all necessary data * Assist outside contractors on on-site projects * Demonstrate a ... Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs

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How much do independent contractor rig welders jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for independent contractor rig welders in Springfield, OH is $41.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.39 and $43.32 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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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor Rig Welders job openings in Springfield, OH as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,268 per year, or $42 per hour.

Welder I - Nights

Crest Industries

Washington Court House, OH

$24.50 - $44/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Come join our team at DIS-TRAN Steel!

Our people - not our machinery - are our biggest assets. DIS-TRAN Steel's leadership team lives by our company values, modeling our culture of respect and integrity each day. We're a team that likes to have fun, but we also know how to get stuff done.

The Welder I must be capable of performing all welds needed on our structures and must understand instructions given in regard to the welds.  This individual must be able to perform duties with speed and accuracy in order to produce a quality product and keep a steady flow of products.  This position will frequently use calculating skills, by tape measure or other device.  This position will use other moving machinery or equipment, including cranes, in order to manipulate steel structures.
$24.50 - $44 an hour
EXPECTATIONS:
 
Performs quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. 
Interacts professionally with other employees and customers.
Works effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
Works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues.
 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
         Operates safety equipment and uses safe work habits.
         Positions, aligns, and welds parts to form complete structures, following blueprints and layout specifications, using machinery, welding torches, and hand tools.
Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade.
Examines steel or workpieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met.
Moves parts safely into position; manually or with hoists or cranes.
Welds components in flat positions.
Operates  manual welding equipment to fuse metal parts using the gas metal arc process.
Cleans welds with grinders and other equipment common to the welding trade.
Examines work pieces for defects and measures with weld gauges to ensure conformance with specification standard operating procedures.
 
 
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
         The Welder I will have no employees reporting to this position.
 
 
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
 
         As assigned by Leadperson.
 
 
REQUIREMENTS FOR WELDER I:
 
         High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
         Ability to interpret blueprints required.
         Ability to read a tape measure required.
         Welding certification or prior welding experience preferred; GMAW experience preferred.
         Certifications or prior experience using moving machinery, such as cranes, preferred.
         Regular, reliable attendance is required.
As strategists, operational experts, customer advocates and team players, we all believe in the power of our people. Explore how you can become a part of our team of strength and commitment that's built to last!

DIS-TRAN Steel is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

DIS-TRAN Steel is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).

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