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Submerged Arc Welder

Dearborn, MI

$28 - $38/hr

Submerged Arc Welder / Spiral Pipe Mill Operator Location: Dearborn, MI Industry: Steel ... Perform setup and adjustments to ensure proper forming and welding * Manage coil changes and ...

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Sub Arc Welders Needed!!

Tulsa, OK

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Perform submerged arc welding (Sub Arc) on structural steel, pipe, and other metal components. * Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and welding symbols to ensure precise and ...

nssco

Sub Arc Welder - Day Shift

Houston, TX

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment for girth seam welding * Perform full-circumference welds on rotating pipe or cylindrical components * Set and adjust welding parameters to maintain ...

nssco

Sub-Arc Welder - Night Shift

Houston, TX

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment for long seam welding * Perform long-seam welds on pipe/cylinders * Set and adjust welding parameters to maintain proper penetration and bead profile per ...

North Shore Steel

Sub-Arc Welder - Night Shift

Grapeland, TX · On-site

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment for long seam welding * Perform long-seam welds on pipe/cylinders * Set and adjust welding parameters to maintain proper penetration and bead profile per ...

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How much do submerged arc welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for submerged arc 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 is a submerged arc welding?

A Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) job involves using an automated or semi-automatic welding process where an arc is formed between a continuously fed electrode and the workpiece beneath a blanket of flux. SAW is commonly used for welding thick steel materials in industries like shipbuilding, construction, and pipeline manufacturing. Welders in this role operate and maintain SAW equipment, ensure proper heat settings, and inspect weld quality. The flux covering helps prevent contamination and minimizes spatter, leading to strong and clean welds. Due to its efficiency and deep penetration, SAW is ideal for high-production environments.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a submerged arc welder?

Submerged Arc Welders are responsible for setting up and operating automatic or semi-automatic welding equipment, preparing materials according to blueprints or work orders, and monitoring the welding process to ensure proper technique and quality. You will also be tasked with inspecting finished welds for defects, performing routine equipment maintenance, and adhering to all safety protocols. Collaboration with engineers, quality control inspectors, and other welders is a regular part of the job to ensure projects meet industry standards. This role typically involves working in industrial or manufacturing environments, both in teams and independently, with a focus on efficiency and precision.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the submerged arc welding position?

To thrive as a Submerged Arc Welder, you need strong skills in welding techniques, blueprint reading, and a solid understanding of metallurgy, often supported by a welding certificate or apprenticeship. Familiarity with welding machines, flux feeders, and personal protective equipment, along with AWS (American Welding Society) certification, is commonly required. Attention to detail, precision, and teamwork are critical soft skills for ensuring quality and safety on the job. These abilities are essential for producing durable, high-quality welds in industrial settings while maintaining safety standards and meeting project deadlines.

How much do submerged arc welders make?

Submerged arc welders typically earn between $20 and $40 per hour, with annual salaries ranging from approximately $40,000 to $80,000 depending on experience, location, and industry. Skilled welders with certifications and experience in heavy industrial environments tend to earn higher wages.
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Infographic showing various Submerged Arc Welding job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,390 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Submerged Arc Welding Machine Operator

Haltom City, TX • On-site

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$23 - $26/hr

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Submerged Arc Welding Machine Operator - DIRECT HIRE OPPORTUNITY!!

Location:  Haltom City, TX
Shift:  2nd shift
Pay:  $23.00 - $26.00
STEEL MANUFACTURING!!


JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Welding Lead, the responsibilities of the Submerged Arc Welder (SAW) position include fitting and joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques in accordance with product specifications and production schedules. As a Submerged Arc Welder, you will work in coordination with the Shift Supervisor and other senior management to ensure that the entire customer product is fit and Welded to the specifications of each job and meets the outlined requirements. Consistent production of quality UT passable welds. Maintain production level as determined by the production supervisor.
Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) is a joining process that involves the formation of an electric arc between a continuously fed electrode and the workpiece to be welded. A blanket of powdered flux surrounds and covers the arc and, when molten, provides electrical conduction between the metal to be joined and the electrode. It also generates a protective gas shield and a slag, all of which protects the weld zone.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED required. Incumbent must possess a minimum of 1-2 years Sub arc welding experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal incumbent must possess:
1.Knowledge of a variety of welder concepts, practices and procedures.
2.Knowledge and understanding of welding symbols, and other printed instructional material in the welding of products or parts.3.Ability to use welding equipment such as Submerged Arc Welding Machine, torches and rose buds.
4. Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
5.Ability to use temperature sticks and welding fillet gauges
6.Ability to work in extreme temperatures (sometimes due to season)
7.Ability to work additional hours, as needed.
8.Successfully pass a Welder test, a background check, including criminal history, drug screen, physical, audiogram, and vision test.

RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Ability to perform welding duties using a Sub Arc Welding machine.
2.Ability to weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions.
3.Ability to weld in various directions: flat and horizontal.
4.Ability to perform a variety of specific welder tasks, such as, operate a seamer and program proper settings.
5.Ability to operate forklifts, hoists, hand power tools, slings, grinders, cutting torch, and other hand tools related to the job’s needs.
6.Ability to inspect and correct welds as necessary to meet product specifications.
7.Ability to examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
8.Ability to perform job-specific procedures, such as, clamping, holding, tack-welding, grinding, or bolting component parts to obtain required configurations and positions.
9.Ability to read, understand and follow job order specifications engineering drawings, and/or work orders.
10.Demonstrated willingness to cross-train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position.
11.Ability to maintain functionality of equipment.
12.Ability to maintain quality welds and UT passable welds.
13.Ability to maintain production level as determined by supervisor.14.Must display a positive attitude and willingness to learn and participate in a changing environment to reach a common goal.
15.Must maintain production and quality of finished products.
16.Must operate equipment safely and maintain safe working habits.
17.Must be able to perform a variety of other tasks as assigned.
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