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Zachry Group

Welder 2

West Bountiful, UT · On-site

$19.75 - $25/hr

NO PER DIEM// MAINTENANCE Position Summary: A Combination Welder will weld, fabricate and assist ... Required Tools • 1 - Metal Tool Box with Lock • 1 - Stinger • 1 - Tig Rig (combo welder ...

Precision Industrial Contractors

Pipe Welder

Woodland, WA · On-site

$26.50 - $32.50/hr

PIC offers competitive wages, per diem, travel pay, and project completion per diem for qualifying projects. General Purpose & Scope of Position The Pipe Welder performs precision welding on carbon ...

Precision Industrial Contractors

Pipe Welder

Woodland, WA · On-site

$26.50 - $32.50/hr

PIC offers competitive wages, per diem, travel pay, and project completion per diem for qualifying projects. General Purpose & Scope of Position The Pipe Welder performs precision welding on carbon ...

Precision Industrial Contractors

Pipe Welder

Woodland, WA · On-site

$26.50 - $32.50/hr

PIC offers competitive wages, per diem, travel pay, and project completion per diem for qualifying projects. General Purpose & Scope of Position The Pipe Welder performs precision welding on carbon ...

Grus Personnel

Welder

Randolph, WI · On-site

$38/hr

None Hourly Pay: $38.00 Per Diem: $140.00/ Day Housing Provided: No Weekly Hours: 60 Est Start Date ... Grus Payroll Pipe Welders needed for an industrial project. You will be required to TIG weld on ...

Brown and Root

Pipe Welder Combo (No Per Diem)

Palmyra, MO · On-site

$22.25 - $29/hr

Pipe Welder Combo (No Per Diem) Long Term Work Hours Mon - Fri 7:00AM - 3:30PM Must pass pre-employment physical and background Must pass Welding Test SUMMARY Combination - Capable of certifying on ...

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How much do per diem rig welder jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for per diem 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 should I expect from the work schedule and travel requirements as a Per Diem Rig Welder?

As a Per Diem Rig Welder, you can expect variable work schedules that often depend on project timelines or urgent maintenance needs, sometimes requiring long shifts or on-call hours. Travel is typically a significant part of the job, as assignments may be located at remote oil rigs, pipelines, or construction sites that can be both local and out of state. Flexibility and readiness to relocate for short-term projects are key, and employers usually provide per diem allowances to cover travel-related expenses like lodging and meals. This role is well-suited to individuals who enjoy variety in their work environments and appreciate opportunities for overtime or higher earning potential during peak demand periods.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Per Diem Rig Welder position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Per Diem Rig Welder, you need advanced welding skills, knowledge of pipe-fitting and metal fabrication, and experience working in industrial or oilfield environments, often supported by a high school diploma or GED. Familiarity with welding equipment, safety standards (such as OSHA), and certifications like AWS or NCCER are typically required. Excellent attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and the flexibility to adapt to changing job sites and schedules will make you stand out. These skills and qualities ensure the safety, quality, and efficiency necessary for success in dynamic, project-based rig welding assignments.

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Infographic showing various Per Diem Rig Welder job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Locum Tenens, 23% As Needed, 36% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,884 per year, or $46.6 per hour.
Welder 2

Welder 2

Zachry Group

West Bountiful, UT • On-site

$19.75 - $25/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Zachry Group rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

60th of 80 rated construction

Job description


**Must pass 2" Extra heavy carbon steel weld test 6G position. Will have 2 months to pass the restricted version of the weld test**
NO PER DIEM// MAINTENANCE
Position Summary: A Combination Welder will weld, fabricate and assist pipe fitters in installation of varying types of industrial pipe into the projects piping systems. This position will also require assisting fitters, rigging, and knowledge of process piping.
Qualification Highlights
• Must have the ability to weld in 2g, 4g, and 6g conditions.
• Must be able to Stick and Tig weld on Pipe.
• Must have current applicable welding certification with Zachry or be able to successfully pass a weld test.
• Must have 4+ years welding experience.
• Must have all required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all the tools listed below upon start date.
Position Responsibilities
• Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques.
• Layout, position, aligns, cut, assemble, and fit metal components together in various body positions and in various places.
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or arc gas welding equipment.
• Weld metal materials to piping systems equipment using the appropriate welding procedure for the various equipment and metal types involved.
• Identify all equipment for job and process.
• Identify all safety risks and requirements.
Preferred Additional Qualification
• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF'ed employee.
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Previous experience in this position with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Current Zachry Certification.
• Experience working as an Industrial Pipe Fitter.
• Former experience working an a Combined-Cycle power plant construction project.
Reporting to:
• This position does not have any direct reports.
Physical Requirements
• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at slight heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in weathering conditions including heat conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots.
Required Tools
• 1 - Metal Tool Box with Lock
• 1 - Stinger
• 1 - Tig Rig (combo welder's only)
• 1 - Welding Hood
• 1 - Chipping Hammer
• 1 - Pair of Klein Pliers or equal
• 2 - Crescent Wrench 12" & 15"
• 1 - 25' Tape1 - File1 - 4-12lb Beater
• 1 - Torpedo Level1 - Combination Square
• 1 - Pair of Welding Gloves
• 1 - Pair of Leathers (overhead welding)
• 1 - Rain Coat
• 1 - Rubber boots
ZACHRY is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Zachry Group is America's pacesetter in turnkey construction, engineering, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services in the power, energy, chemicals, manufacturing and industrial sectors. It works with customers to plan, build, and renew their most critical facilities, so they can achieve their immediate and long-term goals, all at the highest safety standards. Zachry Group operates 35 offices, and averages 20,000 employees working in more than 400 locations nationwide. Please visit www.zachrygroup.com for more information.

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Construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Antonio, TX, US

Year founded

1924

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