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Pipe Fitter roles at U.S. industrial facilities can qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, and advanced-degree professionals or candidates with strong credentials may qualify under EB-2. Employers file on your behalf, leading to permanent residency rather than a temporary status.
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Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Job Summary:
Working out of our Northern Colorado facility, you will be responsible for shop and field fabrication of stainless-steel equipment & piping including but not limited to:
- Accurately fabricate stainless steel components from raw materials to a finished product by use of Water Jet Cutter, various finish / polishing machines and Tig welding.
- Be able to interpret shop prints and transfer to a finished product.
- Work to a high quality / finish standard as most components will be fabricated to a USDA Dairy standard.
- Work in conjunction with other team members to successfully accomplish fabrication tasks to meet agreed schedules.
- Have good math skills to calculate angles and off sets.
Required Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma (Preferred)
- Ability to Tig weld proficiently
- Open to in-house training
- Ability to drive a forklift
Qualifications
- Clean driving record (Preferred)
- Self-starter
- Detail oriented
Work Environment:
Will depend on position, Shop associates will be 90% in the shop while field associates will be 90% field.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Location: Northern Colorado
Travel: Up to 10% some travel will be required to support tight deadline project and continuity of a project that moves from a shop to the end users facility
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base Pay range for this role is $21.00 - $40 USD per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
For more information, visit our full benefits overview here (https://salasobrien.com/benefits/).
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Experience
- Preferred Ability to drive a forklift
- Open to in-house training
- Ability to Tig weld proficiently
Education
- Preferred High School or better
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Welder / Fabricator / Pipe Fitter
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Job Summary:
Working out of our Northern Colorado facility, you will be responsible for shop and field fabrication of stainless-steel equipment & piping including but not limited to:
- Accurately fabricate stainless steel components from raw materials to a finished product by use of Water Jet Cutter, various finish / polishing machines and Tig welding.
- Be able to interpret shop prints and transfer to a finished product.
- Work to a high quality / finish standard as most components will be fabricated to a USDA Dairy standard.
- Work in conjunction with other team members to successfully accomplish fabrication tasks to meet agreed schedules.
- Have good math skills to calculate angles and off sets.
Required Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma (Preferred)
- Ability to Tig weld proficiently
- Open to in-house training
- Ability to drive a forklift
Qualifications
- Clean driving record (Preferred)
- Self-starter
- Detail oriented
Work Environment:
Will depend on position, Shop associates will be 90% in the shop while field associates will be 90% field.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Location: Northern Colorado
Travel: Up to 10% some travel will be required to support tight deadline project and continuity of a project that moves from a shop to the end users facility
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base Pay range for this role is $21.00 - $40 USD per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
For more information, visit our full benefits overview here (https://salasobrien.com/benefits/).
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Experience
- Preferred Ability to drive a forklift
- Open to in-house training
- Ability to Tig weld proficiently
Education
- Preferred High School or better
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Pipe Fitter
Verify your credentials match PERM requirements
PERM requires your education and experience to satisfy the minimum requirements listed in the job posting, not exceed them. Gather trade certifications, apprenticeship completion records, and journeyman documents before applying so employers can build a defensible labor market test.
Target contractors with active DOL filing history
Mechanical and industrial contractors running multi-year projects at refineries, LNG facilities, or power plants are the employers most likely to sponsor Pipe Fitters. Look for companies with established HR departments rather than smaller subcontractors who rarely navigate PERM.
Search green card jobs using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Pipe Fitter openings by employers who have sponsored green cards before. Targeting companies with documented PERM history cuts your job search time and avoids employers who are unfamiliar with the sponsorship process.
Clarify union jurisdiction before accepting an offer
Many Pipe Fitter roles fall under union collective bargaining agreements. Your employer must pay the DOL prevailing wage regardless of union scale, but union membership rules can affect your employment terms during the PERM process, so confirm jurisdiction upfront.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and location. Look up your role using the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the floor your employer must legally meet.
Understand the EB-3 timeline before your I-140 is filed
After PERM certification, USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition before you can file for adjustment of status. For most countries outside India and China, EB-3 priority dates are current, meaning you won't face a backlog wait after I-140 approval.
Green Card Pipe Fitter: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Pipe Fitter role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Pipe Fitter positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles, since they typically require a two-year apprenticeship or equivalent training rather than a bachelor's degree. EB-2 is possible if the role is restructured to require an advanced degree or if the candidate pursues a National Interest Waiver, but that route is uncommon for trade positions.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Pipe Fitter?
H-1B visas are restricted to specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which most Pipe Fitter roles don't satisfy. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual lottery, leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and is the appropriate pathway for skilled trade workers with apprenticeship or journeyman credentials.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from the employer?
Your employer must advertise the Pipe Fitter role to U.S. workers at the DOL prevailing wage and document that no qualified U.S. worker was available. This recruitment phase typically takes three to six months before the PERM application is submitted to DOL for review, after which USCIS processes the I-140 petition.
Where can I find Pipe Fitter jobs with confirmed green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Pipe Fitter openings filtered specifically by employers with employment-based green card sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have successfully navigated PERM before reduces the risk of starting a long process with an employer who later backs out or lacks the HR infrastructure to see it through.
Can I switch employers after my green card process has started?
If your I-140 has been approved and your priority date is more than 180 days old, federal portability rules allow you to change to a same or similar Pipe Fitter role with a new employer without restarting the entire process. Before that point, changing employers generally requires the new employer to begin PERM from the start, so timing matters significantly.