Welder I
Escondido, CA · On-site
$23.28 - $29.72/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder I
Escondido, CA · On-site
$23.28 - $29.72/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welding Engineer
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$70K - $97K/yr
Proven experience with stainless steel welding techniques, including TIG and resistance welding. Strong knowledge of pressure vessel codes and standards such as ASME Section VIII. Familiarity with ...
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Welding Engineer
Palmdale, CA · On-site
$70K - $97K/yr
Proven experience with stainless steel welding techniques, including TIG and resistance welding. Strong knowledge of pressure vessel codes and standards such as ASME Section VIII. Familiarity with ...
Welder I
Escondido, CA · On-site
$23.28 - $29.72/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder I
Escondido, CA · On-site
$23.28 - $29.72/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder II
Escondido, CA · On-site
$20.41 - $32.83/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder II
Escondido, CA · On-site
$20.41 - $32.83/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder I
Escondido, CA · On-site
$23.28 - $29.72/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder I
Escondido, CA · On-site
$23.28 - $29.72/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder II
Escondido, CA · On-site
$20.41 - $32.83/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder II
Escondido, CA · On-site
$20.41 - $32.83/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder I
$23.28 - $29.72/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder I
$23.28 - $29.72/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder II
$20.41 - $32.83/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder II
$20.41 - $32.83/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder II
$20.41 - $32.83/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
Welder II
$20.41 - $32.83/hr
Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2") * Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3 * Pipe support and process skid installation * GTAW and GMAW in 6G position * Read ...
TIG Welder
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$21.50 - $27.75/hr
You'll be working with a range of materials including aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel, performing welds that meet strict quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities * Precision ...
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TIG Welder
Anaheim, CA · On-site
$21.50 - $27.75/hr
You'll be working with a range of materials including aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel, performing welds that meet strict quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities * Precision ...
Pipe Welder
Apple Valley, CA · On-site
$22 - $28/hr
Fit and weld carbon steel and stainless steel pipe and structural components. * Perform MIG (GMAW), Flux Core/Dual Shield (FCAW), and TIG (GTAW) welding processes. * Read and interpret fabrication ...
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Pipe Welder
Apple Valley, CA · On-site
$22 - $28/hr
Fit and weld carbon steel and stainless steel pipe and structural components. * Perform MIG (GMAW), Flux Core/Dual Shield (FCAW), and TIG (GTAW) welding processes. * Read and interpret fabrication ...
New
Pipe Welder
Apple Valley, CA · On-site
$22 - $28/hr
Fit and weld carbon steel and stainless steel pipe and structural components. * Perform MIG (GMAW), Flux Core/Dual Shield (FCAW), and TIG (GTAW) welding processes. * Read and interpret fabrication ...
New
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Pipe Welder
Apple Valley, CA · On-site
$22 - $28/hr
Fit and weld carbon steel and stainless steel pipe and structural components. * Perform MIG (GMAW), Flux Core/Dual Shield (FCAW), and TIG (GTAW) welding processes. * Read and interpret fabrication ...
New
Pipe Welder
Apple Valley, CA · On-site
$22 - $28/hr
Fit and weld carbon steel and stainless steel pipe and structural components. * Perform MIG (GMAW), Flux Core/Dual Shield (FCAW), and TIG (GTAW) welding processes. * Read and interpret fabrication ...
New
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Pipe Welder
Apple Valley, CA · On-site
$22 - $28/hr
Fit and weld carbon steel and stainless steel pipe and structural components. * Perform MIG (GMAW), Flux Core/Dual Shield (FCAW), and TIG (GTAW) welding processes. * Read and interpret fabrication ...
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Fabricator Welder
San Diego, CA · On-site
$29 - $40/hr
Fabricate and weld metal components (steel, stainless steel, aluminum) used to upgrade U.S. Navy ships and submarines, from small brackets to large equipment foundations * Take a project from raw ...
Fabricator Welder
San Diego, CA · On-site
$29 - $40/hr
Fabricate and weld metal components (steel, stainless steel, aluminum) used to upgrade U.S. Navy ships and submarines, from small brackets to large equipment foundations * Take a project from raw ...
Fabricator Welder
San Diego, CA · On-site
$29 - $40/hr
Fabricate and weld metal components (steel, stainless steel, aluminum) used to upgrade U.S. Navy ships and submarines, from small brackets to large equipment foundations * Take a project from raw ...
Fabricator Welder
San Diego, CA · On-site
$29 - $40/hr
Fabricate and weld metal components (steel, stainless steel, aluminum) used to upgrade U.S. Navy ships and submarines, from small brackets to large equipment foundations * Take a project from raw ...
Fabricator Welder
$29 - $40/hr
Fabricate and weld metal components (steel, stainless steel, aluminum) used to upgrade U.S. Navy ships and submarines, from small brackets to large equipment foundations * Take a project from raw ...
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Fabricator Welder
$29 - $40/hr
Fabricate and weld metal components (steel, stainless steel, aluminum) used to upgrade U.S. Navy ships and submarines, from small brackets to large equipment foundations * Take a project from raw ...
Welder-Fitter
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$22.75 - $28.50/hr
The ideal candidate will be qualified to weld steel, stainless steel, and aluminum to meet high-quality standards and specifications.
Welder-Fitter
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$22.75 - $28.50/hr
The ideal candidate will be qualified to weld steel, stainless steel, and aluminum to meet high-quality standards and specifications.
Installer
Richmond, CA · On-site
Construction Support: * Assist with welding and polishing stainless steel components as needed. * Follow blueprints, schematics, and work orders to ensure accurate installations. Logistics and ...
Installer
Richmond, CA · On-site
Construction Support: * Assist with welding and polishing stainless steel components as needed. * Follow blueprints, schematics, and work orders to ensure accurate installations. Logistics and ...
Installer
Richmond, CA · On-site
Construction Support: * Assist with welding and polishing stainless steel components as needed. * Follow blueprints, schematics, and work orders to ensure accurate installations. Logistics and ...
Installer
Richmond, CA · On-site
Construction Support: * Assist with welding and polishing stainless steel components as needed. * Follow blueprints, schematics, and work orders to ensure accurate installations. Logistics and ...
Production Weld Fitter
Chatsworth, CA · On-site
$21.50 - $27/hr
Experience with aerospace-grade materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and nickel alloys, is preferred. This position requires access to information controlled under the ...
Production Weld Fitter
Chatsworth, CA · On-site
$21.50 - $27/hr
Experience with aerospace-grade materials, including aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and nickel alloys, is preferred. This position requires access to information controlled under the ...
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$14.95 - $16.33
2% of jobs
$16.33 - $17.71
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$17.71 - $19.09
9% of jobs
$19.70 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$19.09 - $20.47
14% of jobs
$20.47 - $21.85
14% of jobs
The median wage is $22.22 / hr.
$21.85 - $23.23
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$23.23 - $24.61
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$24.64 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$24.61 - $25.99
11% of jobs
$25.99 - $27.37
7% of jobs
$27.37 - $28.75
5% of jobs
$28.75 - $30.13
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How much do stainless jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for stainless in California is $22.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $25.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a stainless steel worker?
Stainless steel workers are skilled tradespeople who specialize in fabricating, installing, and repairing items made from stainless steel. They often work with sheets, pipes, and structural components, using tools such as welders, grinders, and cutters to shape and assemble materials. Their work is essential in industries like construction, manufacturing, food processing, and healthcare, where stainless steel's durability and resistance to corrosion are highly valued. Stainless steel workers must have strong attention to detail, technical skills, and a good understanding of safety protocols.
What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in stainless steel fabrication roles?
Professionals in stainless steel fabrication often encounter challenges such as maintaining precision while working with hard materials, managing heat distortion during welding, and ensuring a high-quality finish that resists corrosion. Collaboration with design engineers and quality control teams is essential to meet strict industry standards and client specifications. Staying updated on new fabrication techniques and safety protocols can also be crucial for career advancement and successful project completion.
What is the difference between Stainless vs Welders?
| Aspect | Stainless | Welders |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Often requires certifications in stainless steel welding | Requires welding certifications, including specific to materials |
| Work Environment | Factories, construction sites, manufacturing plants | Factories, construction sites, repair shops |
| Industry Usage | Used in industries requiring corrosion-resistant materials | Used across various industries for joining metals |
Stainless refers to the material type, often requiring specialized welding skills, while welders are professionals skilled in joining metals, including stainless steel. Many welders work specifically with stainless steel, but the roles are distinct: one is a material, the other a profession.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a stainless steel fabricator, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Stainless Steel Fabricator, you need strong skills in metalworking, blueprint reading, and welding, typically supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with tools like TIG/MIG welders, grinders, and CNC machinery, as well as certifications such as AWS welding certification, is commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and good teamwork help fabricators excel in precision work and meet project deadlines. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring high-quality, safe, and efficient fabrication of stainless steel components across various industries.
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$23.28 - $29.72/hr
Full-time
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Job description
Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Nikkiso Fueling & Solutions designs and constructs alternative fuel stations for fuels such as liquefied natural gas (LNG), compressed natural gas (CNG) and hydrogen (H2). Typical projects involve reinforced concrete mat foundations, installation of 45 ft. vertical or horizontal storage vessels, cryogenic and high pressure systems, ASME B31.3 pipe welding, process system installation, and hazardous area (CL 1 Div. 1 & 2 Group B or D) electrical work. We have an immediate need for an experienced Welder/Pipefitter to work on our requirements in the rapidly growing alternative fuel market. Our projects are typically design/build projects. We self-perform all engineering and specialty construction. Because we have a reputation of getting the job done, we are requested to do unique, one of a kind projects.
Salary Range:
$23.28 To $29.72 Per Hour
Applicants will be required to take a welding test
- Stainless tube (1/4" – 3/4") installation
- Stainless and carbon steel threaded pipe (1/2" - 2")
- Stainless and carbon steel welded pipe per ASME B31.3
- Pipe support and process skid installation
- GTAW and GMAW in 6G position
- Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
- Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
- Graduate of high school or GED
- Trade school and welding certificate preferred
- Satisfy pre-employment and random drug screening tests
- 5 + years of welding experience, preferably in stainless steel and carbon steel piping/pressure vessels
- Ability to pass NDT on weld performed in 6G position
- Complete understanding of blueprints and ability to work from written and verbal instruction
- Demonstrated ability to perform the job in a highly capable manner with minimum supervision
- Thorough experience using a wide variety of hand tools and capable of fitting and setting up details required for fabricated assemblies
- Knowledge of basic computer operation
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.