Arkwright Industrial is building the premier pipe-spool prefabrication company in the United States. From our 95,000-square-foot facility in Jacksonville, Texas, we use robotics and digital fabrication to turn models into precision carbon steel and stainless-steel spools for data centers and large-scale mechanical systems.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are hiring skilled pipe welders at all levels. This is a hands-on pipe welding role — you will lay down code-quality welds on carbon steel, stainless steel, low-alloy, and nickel-alloy pipe from 2" to 60" in diameter, handling fit-up, tacking, and root, fill, and cap passes on production spools as well as non-standard and repair joints. Our welders work within a modern, automated production flow alongside robotic welding cells, but the core of this role is your skill at the pipe. We hire across three levels and place you based on a shop weld test and your experience.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
$18-$30 per hour
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, with occasional weekend work-based business needs
Pay Frequency:
Weekly Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance HSA with $700 annual company match 401(k) with 4% company match Hospital and Identity Theft coverage Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Life, and Accident coverage Company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance Pay Card option and online pay stub access Company-provided equipment 24/7 office and field support
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform manual pipe welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, low-alloy, and nickel-alloy pipe Complete joint fit-up, alignment, tacking, and preparation prior to welding Weld root, fill, and cap passes across a range of pipe diameters and positions Read and work from fabrication drawings, isometrics, and Stratus-driven spool sheets Verify preheat and interpass temperatures and proper handling of welding consumables Address non-standard joint conditions and perform repair welds as needed Support material traceability from receipt through final inspection Present welds for third-party NDT and correct any repairs promptly Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area, including safe operation around collaborative robotics
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalency certificate Ability to read a tape measure, interpret fabrication drawings, and pass a shop pipe weld test at the level applied for Familiarity with ASME B31.3, AWS, or other applicable welding codes and standards preferred.
Level II and above:
current or achievable ASME Section IX qualification in applicable processes
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs unassisted; push/pull up to 75 lbs Must be able to bend, stretch, reach, twist, kneel, crouch, climb stairs and ladders, stand, sit, and walk throughout a shift Comfortable working in an active fabrication shop environment, including elevated temperatures during warmer months Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed to meet critical deadlines
LEVELS Level I:
0-2 years, entry level.
Level II:
2+ years pipe welding.
Level III:
5+ years, strong pipe/pipeline background. Placement and rate determined by shop weld test and experience
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Arkwright Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
Pay:
$18.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Vision insurance
