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TIG Welder | Sign-on Bonus

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Direct HireColumbia, South CarolinaOn-site$52K - $56K/yr
Posted Wednesday, 9/2/2026

 


Start your new career as a TIG Welder with MAU at our client in Columbia, SC. As a TIG Welder, you'll fabricate and weld piping assemblies and structural steel while ensuring all welds meet ASME pressure vessel and piping code requirements. Direct-hire and contractor opportunities are available.

What We Offer:

  • New pay: $34.00 per hour
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus
  • First shift
  • Per diem (for contractors only)
  • You may be eligible for direct hire after successfully completing an assessment
  • Relocation assistance
  • Varied insurance offerings with company match
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Positive and supportive work environment
  • Hourly, non-exempt position

What We're Looking For:
  • 1+ years of welding experience
  • Ability to weld pipe ranging from 1/2" to 36" in diameter in all positions
  • Ability to pass a welding test in the fixed 6G position
  • Ability to operate a high-frequency amperage control foot pedal while welding
  • Ability to weld structural steel in all positions
  • Ability to identify the correct filler wire for a given base metal
  • Ability to interpret fabrication drawings and welding symbols
  • Ability to calculate pipe fitting take-outs and piping measurements
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of welding in all positions and operating a foot pedal while welding

What You'll Do as a TIG Welder:
  • Weld pipe ranging from 1/2" to 36" in diameter in all positions
  • Perform GTA welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and duplex stainless steel
  • Weld structural steel in all positions
  • Operate a high-frequency amperage control foot pedal during welding operations
  • Select the appropriate filler wire based on the base metal being welded
  • Ensure all welds meet ASME pressure vessel and piping code requirements
  • Prepare pipe fittings and pipe ends for full-penetration welds on pipe assemblies
  • Interpret fabrication drawings and welding symbols for piping assemblies and skids
  • Calculate pipe fitting take-outs and piping measurements