Welder TIG (GTAW)

Welder TIG (GTAW)


Company
California Temp Services, Inc
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
23–27 an hour
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Welder
Schedule: M-F 7am-3:30pm w/OT Saturday 7am-12noon
Hourly rate: $23hr-$27hr DOE
Location: San Fernando Valley

Qualifications:
• Proven experience as a GTAW (TIG) Welder.
• Proficiency in welding steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Familiarity with safety standards and procedures in a welding environment.
• [Optional] Certification(s) in welding (e.g., AWS, ASME) is a plus but not necessary.

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Q What hourly rate including overtime applies to plumber positions in the United States starting January 2026?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers receive a base rate of $32.45 per hour with time-and-a-half at $48.68 per hour for all hours over 40 in a workweek as of January 1 2026. This rate applies nationwide under the Fair Labor Standards Act for non-exempt plumbing roles. Union contracts in 12 states add an additional $4.25 per hour shift differential.
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Job seekers must upload a completed ETA Form 9089, current plumbing license, and proof of apprenticeship completion to the Department of Labor's job bank system. A valid Social Security card and state-issued photo ID are required for I-9 verification within three business days of hire. Background check authorization forms must also be signed before any conditional offer.
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