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Outage Welding Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings ... Support plant shutdowns, outages, and preventative maintenance activities. Inspect equipment for ...

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MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Demopolis, AL

$21.75 - $27.75/hr

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Demopolis, AL

$21.75 - $27.75/hr

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Demopolis, AL · On-site

$21.75 - $27.75/hr

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Demopolis, AL · On-site

$21.75 - $27.75/hr

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Demopolis, AL · On-site

$21.75 - $27.75/hr

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Demopolis, AL

$21.75 - $27.75/hr

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC JOURNEYMAN CEMENT

Demopolis, AL · On-site

$23.75 - $31.50/hr

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Demopolis, AL · On-site

$21.75 - $27.75/hr

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Demopolis, AL

$21.75 - $27.75/hr

Welding & Fabrication: Carry out arc/gas welding, layout, pipefitting, and millwright tasks ... Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed. Support other ...

Maintenance Mechanic

Calera, AL · On-site

$23.25 - $29.75/hr

Perform basic welding, torch cutting, and acetylene work as needed to support maintenance and ... Support plant outages and assist with major repairs or projects. * Perform other duties as assigned.

Perform basic welding, torch cutting, and acetylene work as needed to support maintenance and ... Support plant outages and assist with major repairs or projects. * Perform other duties as assigned.

Maintenance Mechanic

Brierfield, AL · On-site

$35 - $35.71/hr

Perform basic welding, torch cutting, and acetylene work as needed to support maintenance and ... Support plant outages and assist with major repairs or projects. * Perform other duties as assigned.

Maintenance Mechanic

Calera, AL · On-site

$23.25 - $29.75/hr

Perform basic welding, torch cutting, and acetylene work as needed to support maintenance and ... Support plant outages and assist with major repairs or projects. * Perform other duties as assigned.

Maintenance Mechanic

Calera, AL · On-site

$23.25 - $29.75/hr

Perform basic welding, torch cutting, and acetylene work as needed to support maintenance and ... Support plant outages and assist with major repairs or projects. * Perform other duties as assigned.

Mechanical Maintenance

Calera, AL · On-site

$21.25 - $28.50/hr

Perform basic welding, torch cutting, and acetylene work as needed to support maintenance and ... Support plant outages and assist with major repairs or projects. * Perform other duties as assigned.

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How much do outage welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for outage welding in Alabama is $21.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $23.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is outage welding?

An Outage Welding job involves performing welding and metal repairs during planned or emergency shutdowns of industrial facilities like power plants, refineries, and factories. Welders in this role work under tight deadlines to repair or replace critical components, ensuring the facility can resume operations safely and efficiently. They must follow strict safety protocols, read blueprints, and work with various welding techniques based on the materials and project requirements. Outage welders often travel to different job sites and may work long hours in challenging conditions.

What skills and qualifications are needed for outage welding?

To thrive as an Outage Welder, you need strong welding skills, knowledge of various welding techniques (such as TIG and MIG), and certifications like AWS or state welding certificates. Familiarity with welding equipment, power tools, and safety protocols is crucial, as is experience reading blueprints and technical drawings. Excellent problem-solving, communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently under time pressure are important soft skills. These abilities ensure that critical repairs and maintenance during plant or facility outages are completed safely, accurately, and within tight deadlines.

What are common challenges outage welders face?

Outage Welders often work in high-pressure environments where equipment must be repaired or maintained within a limited shutdown window, which can pose significant time constraints. They may need to work in confined spaces, at heights, or in extreme temperatures, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures. Collaboration with engineers, supervisors, and other trades is essential to ensure projects run smoothly and on schedule. These challenges make adaptability, attention to detail, and strong teamwork critical for success in outage welding roles.

What are popular job titles related to Outage Welding jobs in Alabama?

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Infographic showing various Outage Welding job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $43,860 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Welding Specialist

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Vaco LLC
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 5 - 10K employees

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Job description

We are seeking an experienced Welding Specialist with a strong background working in a cement plant, quarry, heavy industrial, mining, or bulk materials environment. This individual will be responsible for performing advanced welding, fabrication, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment to support safe and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience repairing crushers, conveyors, hoppers, chutes, kilns, rotary equipment, and other heavy industrial machinery found in cement manufacturing facilities. Key Responsibilities Perform MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Core welding on plant equipment and structural components. Repair and fabricate worn or damaged parts to minimize equipment downtime. Maintain and rebuild conveyors, crushers, chutes, hoppers, kilns, and material handling systems. Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings. Support plant shutdowns, outages, and preventative maintenance activities. Inspect equipment for wear and identify repair opportunities before failures occur. Work closely with maintenance and operations teams to improve equipment reliability. Follow all plant safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and lockout/tagout requirements. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. Representation Notice By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly). Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring’s use of AI can be found here (https://www.highspring.com/ai-use-notices/). Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client’s use of AI products in hiring. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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About Vaco

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Vaco delivers critical talent solutions to companies in the areas of consulting, project resources, executive search, direct hire and strategic staffing with expertise in numerous areas including accounting and finance, technology and operations. Vaco's family of brands includes Pivot Point Consulting, a best in KLAS health care IT solutions provider; Focus Search Partners, a retained executive search practice; and MorganFranklin Consulting, Vaco's methodology-driven global consulting platform. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to serve more than 12,000 clients across the globe with more 9,800 employees. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine's list of the fastest-growing private companies for the past 15 years and was named to Forbes' 2018-2021 lists of America's Best Recruiting Firms.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

2002

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