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Wood Plc

Welder I/Rig Welder

Carlsbad, NM · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is seaching for a Rig Welder with extensive experience in carbon steel welding in the oil and gas petrochemical industry working on a project in Carlsbad, NM.

Wood

Welder I/Rig Welder

Carlsbad, NM · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is seaching for a Rig Welder with extensive experience in carbon steel welding in the oil and gas petrochemical industry working on a project in Carlsbad, NM.

ShalePro Energy Services

Welder

Montrose, PA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

All welding functions applicable to the oil & gas production and midstream industry including but ... A complete rig setup is required including all hoses, torches, tips, beveling machine, clamps ...

ShalePro Energy Services

Welder

Montrose, PA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

All welding functions applicable to the oil & gas production and midstream industry including but ... A complete rig setup is required including all hoses, torches, tips, beveling machine, clamps ...

TTK Enterprises LLC

Shop Welder

Watford City, ND · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

Understanding that this position is a shop-based fabrication role and not a rig welding or field ... Experience fabricating equipment used in the oil and gas, construction, trucking, or heavy ...

TTK Enterprises, LLC

Shop Welder

Watford City, ND · On-site

$27 - $37/hr

Understanding that this position is a shop-based fabrication role and not a rig welding or field ... Experience fabricating equipment used in the oil and gas, construction, trucking, or heavy ...

TTK Enterprises LLC

Shop Welder

Watford City, ND · On-site

Understanding that this position is a shop-based fabrication role and not a rig welding or field ... Experience fabricating equipment used in the oil and gas, construction, trucking, or heavy ...

TIC

Journeyman CVIS Lead

Seminole, TX · On-site

$45/hr

... Craft, Oiler, Operator, Painter, Pile Driver, Pipe, Pipe Fabricator, Pipe Welder, Pipelayer, Rebar, Refrigeration, Rig Welder, Rigger, Scaffolding, Security, Specialty Craft, Structural Fitter ...

WELL WERKS ENERGY LLC

Welder

El Reno, OK

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

This position is responsible for fabricating, repairing, and maintaining heavy oilfield equipment ... Cleans and maintain rig-up trucks, trailers and heavy equipment. * Observes safe working practices ...

Calista Corporation

Roustabout

Anchorage, AK · On-site

Assists mechanics, electricians, welders, forklift drivers and derrickhands. * Relieves floorhands ... Inside enclosed oil rig and outside in elements. Hazardous conditions may include a wet, oily, icy ...

Century Contractors, Inc.

Combination Pipe Welder

Clayton, NC · On-site

$22 - $27.25/hr

... oil, vibrations, and adverse weather conditions. Must be able to safely access all areas of ... Tool List Tool Box with Lock, 25' Tape, Stinger, File, Tig Rig, Welding Hood w/Hard Hat assembly ...

Doyon Limited

Rig Electrician

Prudhoe Bay, AK · On-site

$30.25 - $39/hr

... oilfield and drilling machinery and equipment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Performs preventative ... Mechanic, Welder, Motorman, and Driller, to diagnose malfunction. * Replaces faulty electrical ...

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How much do oil rig welder jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for oil rig welder in the United States is $46.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.86 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an oil rig welder?

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.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an oil rig welder?

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.

What should I expect from the work environment as an oil rig welder?

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.

How do I become an oil rig welder?

To become an oil rig welder, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by completing a welding training program or apprenticeship. Certification in welding, such as the AWS Certified Welder credential, is often required, along with specialized training in offshore safety and equipment. Experience with arc welding and knowledge of safety protocols are essential for working in the challenging offshore environment.
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Infographic showing various Oil Rig Welder job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $96,884 per year, or $46.6 per hour.

Welder I/Rig Welder

Wood Plc

Carlsbad, NM • On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is seaching for a Rig Welder with extensive experience in carbon steel welding in the oil and gas petrochemical industry working on a project in Carlsbad, NM.

Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.

The employee must be capable of welding together components to fabricate or repair products such as machine parts, pressure vessels, plant equipment, pipes, plates, and structural steel using various welding procedures.

  • Accurately interpret and apply information from work orders, job orders, specifications, ISO's, blueprints or other drawings and recognize basic blueprints or symbols for job application.
  • Identify, recognize and demonstrate safe usage of hand tools and power tools appropriate for the job.
  • Recognize various materials used in the craft and demonstrate a working knowledge of appropriate material handling techniques.
  • Select and safely use appropriate equipment which may include (but not limited to) manlifts, fork lifts, and company trucks.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills in safe rigging practices.
  • Identify, explain and perform crane signals.
  • Demonstrate ability to weld together parts using any of the welding processes on various metals such as carbon steel, stainless, alloys, etc.
  • Demonstrate ability to use alignment devices for fabrication.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and ability to qualify and pass all welding performance tests.
  • Demonstrate ability to produce welds that are 100% X-ray quality.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills in use of oxy-acetylene flame cutting equipment.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of regulations governing quality control codes.
  • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
  • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Remove rough spots from work pieces, using portable grinders, hand files, or scrapers
Skills / Qualifications
  • Preferred to own welding machine.
  • Candidate should have a minimum 2 years journeyman experience welding various types of materials and preferred candidates to live in the area.
  • Candidate should have experience in carbon steel welding and 1-2 years of experience as helper in the welding field. 
  • Completion of formal classroom training in welding field may substitute for helper experience in welding craft.
  • Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems. The minimum math ability usually associated with this classification is the ability to calculate surfaces, volumes, angles, weights and measure. You must be able to use variables and formulas which are normally found in most industry approved trade books. (Pipefitters "Blue Book")
Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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