Flexible working schedule to support project needs * Candidate will need their own truck, welding ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
Flexible working schedule to support project needs * Candidate will need their own truck, welding ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
Flexible working schedule to support project needs * Candidate will need their own truck, welding ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
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Flexible working schedule to support project needs * Candidate will need their own truck, welding ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
Flexible working schedule to support project needs * Candidate will need their own truck, welding ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
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Flexible working schedule to support project needs * Candidate will need their own truck, welding ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
Flexible working schedule to support project needs * Candidate will need their own truck, welding ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
Flexible working schedule to support project needs * Candidate will need their own truck, welding ... oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients.
... working practices in the workshop and on facility. Essential Skills / Qualifications: Previous coded welding experience and an ability to perform a successful ASME IX production welding test. Time ...
... working practices in the workshop and on facility. Essential Skills / Qualifications: Previous coded welding experience and an ability to perform a successful ASME IX production welding test. Time ...
OIL AND GAS RIG WELDER
Houston, TX · On-site
... working practices in the workshop and on facility. Essential Skills / Qualifications: Previous coded welding experience and an ability to perform a successful ASME IX production welding test. Time ...
OIL AND GAS RIG WELDER
Houston, TX · On-site
... working practices in the workshop and on facility. Essential Skills / Qualifications: Previous coded welding experience and an ability to perform a successful ASME IX production welding test. Time ...
Field Service Technician
Houston, TX · On-site
Proven experience as an Oilfield, Rig or Industrial Mechanic or similar role, with a focus on Iron ... Working hours to be identified by manager, including On Call hours * Must be able to work in ...
Field Service Technician
Houston, TX · On-site
Proven experience as an Oilfield, Rig or Industrial Mechanic or similar role, with a focus on Iron ... Working hours to be identified by manager, including On Call hours * Must be able to work in ...
Field Service Technician
Houston, TX · On-site
Proven experience as an Oilfield, Rig or Industrial Mechanic or similar role, with a focus on Iron ... Working hours to be identified by manager, including On Call hours * Must be able to work in ...
Field Service Technician
Houston, TX · On-site
Proven experience as an Oilfield, Rig or Industrial Mechanic or similar role, with a focus on Iron ... Working hours to be identified by manager, including On Call hours * Must be able to work in ...
Field Service Technician
Houston, TX · On-site
Proven experience as an Oilfield, Rig or Industrial Mechanic or similar role, with a focus on Iron ... Working hours to be identified by manager, including On Call hours * Must be able to work in ...
Field Service Technician
Houston, TX · On-site
Proven experience as an Oilfield, Rig or Industrial Mechanic or similar role, with a focus on Iron ... Working hours to be identified by manager, including On Call hours * Must be able to work in ...
Pad Crew
$20/hr
... oil and gas industry. Pay: $20.00/hour Schedule: Must be flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as business demands. Summary The Pad Crew Worker is responsible for supporting the rig ...
Pad Crew
$20/hr
... oil and gas industry. Pay: $20.00/hour Schedule: Must be flexible to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as business demands. Summary The Pad Crew Worker is responsible for supporting the rig ...
Minimum three years of oil and gas industry experience , with working knowledge of drilling rig components and drilling operations. * Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications. * Basic proficiency ...
Minimum three years of oil and gas industry experience , with working knowledge of drilling rig components and drilling operations. * Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications. * Basic proficiency ...
Product Marketing Specialist
Houston, TX · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
... digital operations in the oilfield, providing advanced rig instrumentation, analytics and ... The candidate would help plan and execute marketing efforts for RigCLOUD, working in close ...
Product Marketing Specialist
Houston, TX · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
... digital operations in the oilfield, providing advanced rig instrumentation, analytics and ... The candidate would help plan and execute marketing efforts for RigCLOUD, working in close ...
Controls and Automation Support Technician
Houston, TX · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
They travel to drilling rig field locations to perform a variety of controls related service and ... Knowledge of oil and gas field components, including software and hardware * Established ...
Controls and Automation Support Technician
Houston, TX · On-site
$60 - $80/hr
They travel to drilling rig field locations to perform a variety of controls related service and ... Knowledge of oil and gas field components, including software and hardware * Established ...
... Oil & Gas Drilling, and Civil Construction industries. Derrick remains committed to providing the ... Build and maintain strong working relationships with rig personnel and key contacts in the assigned ...
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... Oil & Gas Drilling, and Civil Construction industries. Derrick remains committed to providing the ... Build and maintain strong working relationships with rig personnel and key contacts in the assigned ...
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... Oil & Gas Drilling, and Civil Construction industries. Derrick remains committed to providing the ... Build and maintain strong working relationships with rig personnel and key contacts in the assigned ...
New
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... Oil & Gas Drilling, and Civil Construction industries. Derrick remains committed to providing the ... Build and maintain strong working relationships with rig personnel and key contacts in the assigned ...
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Sr. Well Engineer
Houston, TX · On-site
$101K - $139K/yr
Translate and adapt NA best practices to Chinese assets (deep shale gas and tight oil/gas ... Working knowledge of the full well lifecycle, from well planning and drilling through completion ...
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Sr. Well Engineer
Houston, TX · On-site
$101K - $139K/yr
Translate and adapt NA best practices to Chinese assets (deep shale gas and tight oil/gas ... Working knowledge of the full well lifecycle, from well planning and drilling through completion ...
Deep knowledge of oil and gas drilling, with demonstrated credibility working with drilling ... Strong understanding of drilling workflows and data, including rig telemetry, downhole data ...
Deep knowledge of oil and gas drilling, with demonstrated credibility working with drilling ... Strong understanding of drilling workflows and data, including rig telemetry, downhole data ...
Python Developer
Houston, TX · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
Experience in Oil & Gas Drilling is preferred Physical Requirements / Working Conditions * The ... Rig yard trips may be expected from time to time. * 20% travel to rig yards and field. #J-18808 ...
Python Developer
Houston, TX · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
Experience in Oil & Gas Drilling is preferred Physical Requirements / Working Conditions * The ... Rig yard trips may be expected from time to time. * 20% travel to rig yards and field. #J-18808 ...
Manager, Mechanical Engineering
Houston, TX · On-site
$100K - $139K/yr
This role oversees rig upgrades, technology implementation, certification readiness, and ... Skilled collaborator, problem solver, and technology adopter with experience working with OEMs ...
Manager, Mechanical Engineering
Houston, TX · On-site
$100K - $139K/yr
This role oversees rig upgrades, technology implementation, certification readiness, and ... Skilled collaborator, problem solver, and technology adopter with experience working with OEMs ...
Manager, Mechanical Engineering
Houston, TX · On-site
$100K - $139K/yr
This role oversees rig upgrades, technology implementation, certification readiness, and ... Skilled collaborator, problem solver, and technology adopter with experience working with OEMs ...
Manager, Mechanical Engineering
Houston, TX · On-site
$100K - $139K/yr
This role oversees rig upgrades, technology implementation, certification readiness, and ... Skilled collaborator, problem solver, and technology adopter with experience working with OEMs ...
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Primoris Services rating
7.6
Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
27th of 80 rated construction
Job description
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.
Responsibilities:
- Must be able to observe and recognize problems during the welding process and adjust speed, voltage, amperage, or feed of the rd. accordingly.
- Must be able to read and interpret prints and plans.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience required.
- Perform code (ASME, AWS r API) compliant welds using GMAW, SMAW, GTAW & FCAW processes.
- Properly use fabrication hand tools. (Grinders, drills, air tells, etc.).
- Rig, hist/lift & move materials.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Required to adhere to tall safety rules and regulations.
Requirements:
- Must be able to weld qualification test coupon
- Ability to take detailed instruction.
- Willing to be challenged to improve welding skills to meet high-quality standards.
- Must be able to read & understand weld symbols, weld procedures, mechanical and structural drawings.
- Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and safe work practices.
- Must be able to use by/fuel & Plasma hand cutting torch.
- Daily housekeeping of work area.
- Flexible working schedule to support project needs
- Candidate will need their own truck, welding machine, leads, jackstands, torch and hoses, grinder, and misc. small tools
- Candidate will provide their own diesel/fuel
- Uses Stick, MiG, Tig, and Flux Core welding techniques of weld various components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
BENEFITS:
- Competitive compensation paid weekly
- Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD
- 401(k) with company match, vested day-one
- Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"
- Legal Assistance Coverage
- Award winning safety programs
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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Industry
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Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Dallas, TX, US
Year founded
2006