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MP Materials Corp.

Fabricator/Welder

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

... outages, turnarounds, and urgent repairs; respond to priority work requests to minimize downtime. Basic Qualifications: * High school diploma or equivalent, 4+ years of industrial fabrication/welding ...

TRS Craft Services

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Welder Fabricator 168075

Harrison, OH

$25/hr

Responsible for welding, fabricating, and repairing components from drawings, blueprints, and ... outage needs. This is not a remote position! From the apprentice to the senior discipline ...

EMCOR Group Inc

MOR PPM, Inc.

Sutherland, NE · On-site

$25.25 - $31/hr

MOR PPM Inc. is seeking qualified outage Pipe Welders located in Sutherland, Nebraska. * The pipe welder will perform welding, lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs and maintenance of piping ...

Jeld-Wen, Inc.

Maintenance Fabricator

Stayton, OR · On-site

... outages, or periods of high workload. Fabrication remains the primary focus of the role. Primary ... Required Qualifications • Proven experience in metal fabrication and welding. • Strong ...

Jeld-Wen Inc.

Maintenance Fabricator

Stayton, OR

... outages, or periods of high workload. Fabrication remains the primary focus of the role. Primary ... Perform welding (MIG/TIG/Stick), cutting, grinding, drilling, and other metalworking processes.

Mistras Group

TEMP/FULL TIME PAUT Technicians

Atlanta, GA

$27.25 - $36.75/hr

Work overtime, weekends, shutdowns, and outage schedules when necessary Qualifications * Current ... Experience with corrosion mapping, weld inspections, and encoded scans preferred * Valid driver ...

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How much do outage welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for outage welding in the United States is $23.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $26.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges Outage Welders face on the job?

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 is an Outage Welding job?

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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Outage Welding position, and why are they important?

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.

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Field Quality Control Inspector

STERLING

Knoxville, TN

Part-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Sterling Industrial, headquartered in Evansville, Indiana was founded and incorporated in 1982. Our company began and grew from a need for swift, reliable service for utilities in southern Indiana. Meeting the needs of utilities through small emergencies, we found an increasing need to add pipefitters and millwrights to our operation, and from there our company continued to grow. 

As a multi-craft union contractor, we provide civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical services for new construction and maintenance/retrofit projects. Our core markets include power generation, metals, pulp/paper, plastics, and chemical markets. We pride ourselves on being a full-service contractor attentive and responsive to the needs of our customers; providing a full range of services and solutions for construction and maintenance projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

•    Interpreting AWS, ASME, National Board of Boilers and Pressure Vessels, along with Jurisdictional Codes and applying them to field applications
•    Knowledge and understanding of blue print reading
•    Performing inspections of boilers, pressure vessels, power piping and structural steel 
•    Giving weld tests to crafts people at union locals for certifications 
•    Updating welder qualification records 
•    Constructing repair plans 
•    Directing boilermakers and steamfitters in the manner of repair plans and welding 
•    Coordinating with union crafts and plant personnel including outside inspection companies during scheduled plant outages 
•    Providing trace-ability of all welding during repair work on boilers during a scheduled Power Plant Outage 
•    Implementing and Managing quality standards over union crafts during a scheduled outage 
•    Remaining on call for unscheduled forced outages 24/7 
•    Knowledge of NDE processes, UT, PAUT, MT, PT and VT.   
•    Keeping track of quotes and billing from third party inspection companies
•    Maintaining good customer relationships
•    Building job packages and inspection reports with documentation of work performed for turnover to customers as well as the National Board of Boilers and Pressure Vessels and the Jurisdiction

Education and/or Work Experience Requirement:
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customer
•    Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office –Word, Excel, and Outlook)
•    Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
•    Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard practices
•    High school diploma or GED required
•    Must have a current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification. 

Physical Requirements:
•    Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federals, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. 
•    Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance
•    Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.


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