Solarturbines · Channelview, TX

Project Pipe Welder B - 1st/2nd Shift at Solarturbines — Channelview, TX

Full-timeChannelview, TX$25.48–$38.22/hourPosted 2026-07-06Apply on Workday

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Project Pipe Welder B

As a Pipe Welder, you will set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions

Additional Information:

  • Urgently hiring
  • Multiple openings
  • This is a supplemental position located at the Solar Turbines manufacturing facility located in Channelview, TX
  • No relocation package is available

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • Perform Manual finish welding operations on carbon and stainless steel in all positions
  • Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations
  • Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
  • Sanding may be required to prepare and dress welds
  • Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, jib and overhead cranes to move and position work pieces

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests
  • Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment
  • Ability to perform simple computer operations
  • Be available to work 1st or 2nd shift
  • Ability to work overtime to support production demands, including weekends

Desired Qualifications:

  • One (1) to three (3) years of GTAW and FCAW welding experience

Top Candidates:

  • Good Communication Skills and strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
  • Combination Welder and Fitter
  • Leadership Experience
  • Ability to work well individually or in a team environment

**Candidates may be placed on any shift, dependent on business needs**

Summary Pay Range:

$25.48 - $38.22

  • Opportunity for various Retention bonuses totaling $2500.
  • Eligibility for all retention bonuses are contingent on good standing in terms of performance and attendance.

Benefits

This is a summary list of benefits.

  • Competitive salary and annual bonus program
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Etc.)
  • Health savings account (HSA)
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)
  • There will be night shift premium qualifying for another $3 per hour for 2nd shift.
  • Potential base salary increases from annual performance reviews
  • Background Screening
  • Physical and drug/alcohol screening

Solar is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Solar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at https://www.solarturbines.com/en_US/about-us/careers.html

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