Certified Fluxcore/ Mig Welder
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?
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $25.22 as of May 2026 data. Welders in manufacturing earn $26.15 per hour on average while those in construction receive $24.80 per hour. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
What certifications and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders must complete a high school diploma or equivalent plus a postsecondary welding program lasting 6 to 18 months. AWS Certified Welder credential and 2,000 hours of documented experience are required for most positions in structural welding. Employers in shipbuilding and aerospace require additional ASME Section IX qualifications.
What are the standard working hours and paid leave entitlements for welders in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, full-time welders work 40 hours per week with overtime required after 40 hours. Workers receive at least 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days of paid sick leave annually under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions. Union contracts in construction add 15 days of paid vacation after one year.
How are federal income taxes calculated on welder wages in the United States for 2026?
As per the Internal Revenue Service, welders earning $52,500 annually in 2026 pay 12% federal income tax on income between $11,601 and $47,150 plus 22% on the amount above $47,150. Social Security tax is withheld at 6.2% up to the $168,600 wage base. Employers must issue Form W-2 by January 31 each year.
