Company
Momentum Staffing
Location
Houston, TX
Job type
Full-time
Salary
23–25 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter
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Job description
Job description:
Momentum Staffing is now hiring Certified welder with MIG and Flux Core experience.
Welding lead on to carbon steel. Will be required to work with a respirator.
• * Must be comfortable maintaining a clean shave face to wear a respirator
• * Good work tenure **
• Only apply if the pay is within your request*
• Must have a minimum of 3-4 years of recent experience*
• Must clear a criminal background*
• Must be available to interview/test as soon as possible *
- Day Shift
- Weekly Pay
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
• Are you a certified welder? This is a requirement
• The offering pay for this role is $23/hr, not negotiable. Will you accept this?
• Must be AWS D1.1 Qualified, are you?
Momentum Staffing is now hiring Certified welder with MIG and Flux Core experience.
Welding lead on to carbon steel. Will be required to work with a respirator.
• * Must be comfortable maintaining a clean shave face to wear a respirator
• * Good work tenure **
• Only apply if the pay is within your request*
• Must have a minimum of 3-4 years of recent experience*
• Must clear a criminal background*
• Must be available to interview/test as soon as possible *
- Day Shift
- Weekly Pay
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
• Are you a certified welder? This is a requirement
• The offering pay for this role is $23/hr, not negotiable. Will you accept this?
• Must be AWS D1.1 Qualified, are you?
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Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States
Q
What is the starting salary for entry-level welder jobs in the US in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the 10th percentile annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers at $38,700, or $18.60 per hour, as projected for 2026. Most entry-level positions require on-the-job training and pay between $18.60 and $22.00 per hour depending on location. Overtime pay is at least 1.5 times the regular rate over 40 hours per week.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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What work visa do I need as a foreign welder to work in the US in 2026?
Foreign welders can apply for H-2B temporary non-agricultural work visas, requiring a temporary labor certification from DOL valid for up to 12 months. USCIS approves H-2B petitions with a FY2026 cap of 68,500 visas after exemptions. Employers must prove no US workers available and pay prevailing wage of at least $24.50 per hour.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Q
What education and experience do I need to qualify for welder jobs in 2026?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus 3 to 6 months of on-the-job training or a DOL-registered apprenticeship program lasting 1-2 years. No college degree is needed, but 1-2 years of experience boosts hiring chances. About 49,800 annual openings are projected through 2033 for qualified candidates.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Q
What documents are required to apply for welder jobs through US government programs?
Submit a resume, high school diploma, proof of apprenticeship completion via DOL Registered Apprenticeship ID, and AWS certification if held. For federal contractor jobs, include Form ETA-9062 for compliance. Applications via Apprenticeship.gov require SSN and training hours log.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration