Per Diem Pipe Welder

Job Title: Pipe Welder

Monday - Friday, 50 hours. Some Saturday/Sunday work

$35.00/hr + $100/day per diem

Job Description

This role is based on-site at an industrial construction project in Richmond, IN, focused on new construction involving stainless steel and carbon steel piping. Pipe welders install pipes, fixtures, and related systems in buildings and structures, working from blueprints and adhering to applicable codes to ensure that all piping systems are properly installed and fully functional. The schedule follows a Monday through Friday workweek with ten-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Install stainless steel and carbon steel pipes, fixtures, and related systems in buildings and industrial structures.

• Perform high-quality TIG, MIG, flux core, and stick welding on pipe and structural components as required by project specifications.

• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to determine pipe layout, dimensions, and welding requirements.

• Follow applicable building codes, safety regulations, and project standards to ensure compliant and reliable installations.

• Fit, tack, and fabricate pipe and structural assemblies, ensuring proper alignment and joint preparation prior to welding.

• Conduct precise stainless steel and carbon steel pipe welding, including stainless pipe and structural welding in an industrial environment.

Essential Skills

• 3–5+ years of pipe welding experience in an industrial or construction environment.

• Proficiency in TIG welding on stainless steel and carbon steel pipe.

• Proficiency in MIG welding for pipe and structural applications.

• Experience with flux core welding processes.

• Experience with stick welding (e.g., 6010 and 7018 electrodes).

• Strong blueprint reading skills and ability to interpret welding symbols and pipe layouts.

• Demonstrated ability to perform precise stainless steel welding and stainless pipe welding.

• Ability to fit, tack, and fabricate pipe and structural components accurately.

• Capability to pass a weld test that includes a 2" Monster Coupon using 6010/7018 and a 2" schedule 80 joint fully TIG welded out, including cutting straps from both tests.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.