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1st Class Pipe Welders

C.A. Jones, Inc., Pascagoula, MS

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C.A. Jones, Inc. is hiring 1st Class Pipe Welders for long term national defense work in Pascagoula, MS. Pay is $52.00 to $53.00 per hour, full-time or contract, with day and night shifts. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record. Applicants must pass a background investigation, hair follicle drug screen, respirator fit test, and audiogram before starting.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Last checked Oct 19, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

Perform pipe welding on stainless steel and copper-nickel pipe using GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (stick) processes in a shipyard environment. Work may involve different heights, confined spaces, weather conditions, and 24-hour shift schedules. Must pass a military standard X-Ray welding test in the 6G restricted position. Per diem is available for qualified non-local personnel.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of pipe welding experience
  • Experience with GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (stick) welding
  • Pass a military standard X-Ray welding test on stainless steel and copper nickel in 6G position
  • Pass a background investigation
  • Pass a hair follicle drug screen
  • Pass a respirator fit test and audiogram

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Job details

Location
Pascagoula, MS
Pay
$52 to $53 per hour
Job type
Full-time
Industry
Manufacturing
Posted
Oct 6, 2026
Drug test
Required

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