Primoris Energy Services is seeking an experienced Rig Welder for a project in Galveston, TX. This ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
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Primoris Energy Services is seeking an experienced Rig Welder for a project in Galveston, TX. This ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
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Primoris Energy Services is seeking an experienced Rig Welder for a project in Galveston, TX. This ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
Primoris Energy Services is seeking an experienced Rig Welder for a project in Galveston, TX. This ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
Primoris Energy Services is seeking an experienced Rig Welder for a project in Galveston, TX. This ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
Primoris Energy Services is seeking an experienced Rig Welder for a project in Galveston, TX. This ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
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Primoris Energy Services is seeking an experienced Rig Welder for a project in Galveston, TX. This ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
Time served/NVQ 3 qualified welder. Experience within Oil & Gas or construction. An understanding of company quality , safety, health & environmental systems & programmes Communicate in a positive ...
Time served/NVQ 3 qualified welder. Experience within Oil & Gas or construction. An understanding of company quality , safety, health & environmental systems & programmes Communicate in a positive ...
Houston, TX · On-site
Time served/NVQ 3 qualified welder. Experience within Oil & Gas or construction. An understanding of company quality , safety, health & environmental systems & programmes Communicate in a positive ...
Houston, TX · On-site
Time served/NVQ 3 qualified welder. Experience within Oil & Gas or construction. An understanding of company quality , safety, health & environmental systems & programmes Communicate in a positive ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$26 - $30/hr
Welder ll: $26/hr - 3g/4g test Welder lll: $30/hr - 6g test All structural on head treatable carbon ... Oilfield rig yard or fabrication experience.
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Houston, TX · On-site
$26 - $30/hr
Welder ll: $26/hr - 3g/4g test Welder lll: $30/hr - 6g test All structural on head treatable carbon ... Oilfield rig yard or fabrication experience.
New
$26 - $30/hr
Welder ll: $26/hr - 3g/4g test Welder lll: $30/hr - 6g test All structural on head treatable carbon ... Oilfield rig yard or fabrication experience. ID:qnkTyx
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$26 - $30/hr
Welder ll: $26/hr - 3g/4g test Welder lll: $30/hr - 6g test All structural on head treatable carbon ... Oilfield rig yard or fabrication experience. ID:qnkTyx
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Houston, TX · On-site
$96K - $130K/yr
... improve rig productivity, while evaluating equipment performance and implementing engineering ... Highly proficient in drilling and oilfield structures * Proficient with structural analysis ...
Houston, TX · On-site
$96K - $130K/yr
... improve rig productivity, while evaluating equipment performance and implementing engineering ... Highly proficient in drilling and oilfield structures * Proficient with structural analysis ...
Humble, TX · On-site
$25 - $40/hr
... welding. * Ability to follow Processes to disassemble and reassemble equipment before and after ... rig and move parts and equipment. * Ability to determine and cross oil and lubricants required ...
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Humble, TX · On-site
$25 - $40/hr
... welding. * Ability to follow Processes to disassemble and reassemble equipment before and after ... rig and move parts and equipment. * Ability to determine and cross oil and lubricants required ...
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As an Oil Rig Welder, you can expect to work in challenging offshore environments where safety and adherence to protocols are top priorities. The work schedule often involves long shifts, sometimes in rotational patterns such as two weeks on and two weeks off. You'll collaborate closely with rig engineers, safety officers, and other skilled tradespeople as part of a coordinated team. The environment can be physically demanding and requires a high level of alertness due to the presence of heavy machinery and hazardous materials, but it also offers strong camaraderie and the opportunity for professional growth within the industry.
An Oil Rig Welder is a skilled tradesperson responsible for welding and repairing metal structures on offshore and onshore oil rigs. They ensure the structural integrity of drilling platforms, pipelines, and other equipment by using techniques like arc welding and MIG/TIG welding. The job often requires working in harsh environments, sometimes at great heights or underwater. Welders must follow strict safety protocols and industry standards to prevent accidents and equipment failures. This role demands physical stamina, technical expertise, and certifications in welding and safety procedures.
To excel as an Oil Rig Welder, you need expertise in arc welding techniques, blueprint reading, and pipe fitting, along with a high school diploma or GED and completion of a welding apprenticeship or certification program. Competency with welding tools (such as MIG, TIG, and stick welders), safety equipment, and offshore safety certifications (like BOSIET or HUET) is crucial. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, problem-solving, and the ability to work under pressure distinguish top performers in this demanding environment. These skills are vital for maintaining structural safety, adhering to strict industry standards, and ensuring operational efficiency on oil rigs.

Full-time
Re-posted 13 days ago
7.6
Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
27th of 80 rated construction
Primoris Energy Services is seeking an experienced Rig Welder for a project in Galveston, TX. This is an excellent opportunity to join our Mechanical division and showcase your welding skills. If you are a dedicated and skilled Rig Welder looking for a long-term project, we want to hear from you. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration. Please note, immediate availability is preferred. Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application. (Must be able to pass welding procedure using 6010 root/hot and 7018 fill/cap. The entire project is 100% VT and PAUT)Perdiem & Rig pay is offered once all requirements have been met.
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Company Overview
Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.
Primoris Energy Services is a major direct-hire contractor in the U.S. delivering self-performed turnkey industrial construction and EPC services. We offer these services to our clients within the refining, gas processing, chemical/petrochemical, hydrogen, power generation, mining, pulp and paper industries from the first groundbreaking activity all the way through commissioning and start-up of the project. Primoris forms a partnership with our customers and major stakeholders from early-stage engineering through construction completion and commercial operation, safely, on-time, and within budget.
Agency Statement
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.
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Construction
10,000+ Employees
Dallas, TX, US
2006