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Welder jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship place you in agricultural operations where structural fabrication, equipment repair, and irrigation infrastructure work runs on a seasonal cycle. Employers must provide free housing and transportation, pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, and cover your inbound travel costs under H-2A program rules.
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About us
Lewis Energy Group is a vertically integrated E&P Company. We are one of the top national gas producers in South Texas and in the nation. We operate in South Texas and have international operations. We are proud of the family-oriented work culture we have built over the decades. This culture carries into the pride we take in our work and in the communities we operate in.
Lewis Energy Group is looking for a highly motivated Welder III to join our Fabrication team. The welder welds together metal components of products such as Drilling Rigs, pipelines, pre-fabricated risers, vehicles, and heavy equipment with (SMAW) Shield Metal Arc Welding or (GTAW) Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, (GMAW) Gas Metal Arc Welding, Oxy-acetylene welding. Gather dimensions and lays them out on structural steel / high pressure piping. Rolls, offsets, miters, and “POP” are calculated to produce pre-fabricate finished goods. Fabrication / installation of conductor, Braiden-head, casing cut-offs, plug and abandon. Provides bill of material / ISO for installation of Compressors / pig launchers.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Welding Preparation: Obtains specified electrode, based on criteria of raw goods being welded; inserts electrode into rod holder or feeds wire consumable through welding gun. Attaches ground clamp from welding machine to work piece, to dial in the adequate amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse, to known standards. Start engine driven welding machine / electric welding machine to produce desired amps. Scratch start arc to generate heat to produce a molten puddle, depositing filler metal from electrode to work piece; to join edges of work piece. Preheats work piece with hand torch or heating furnace where applicable. Positions and clamps work pieces together or assembles them in jig or fixture. Tacks/welds assemblies together.
Welding: Manually guides electrode or gun along beveled or fillet edge, maintaining length of arc and speed to form specified depth of fusion, width, and convex of weld on welded fixture, visually judged by color of base metal i.e. stainless, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle. Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead on plate; 6G on 2 inch pipe and a butt and branch on 12 inch pipe.
Post Welding Duties: Cleans slag of weld joint. Visually examines weld on i.e. bead size, bead crown convex/concave, porosity, and undercut according to AWS, ASME, API 1104 welding specifications. Repairs out of code equipment/raw goods, i.e. broken, cracked parts and fills cavity. Prepares parts for non-destructive testing (NDT); chips off excess weld, slag, and spatter.
Your Work schedule/hours
Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 5:00pm
Must be able to work overtime when needed
Hours and schedule may vary based on operational tempo
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
One year certificate from college or technical school; minimum of three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to pass AWS D1: 3G, 4G test (required).
1st Test 3G
* + 1/8” 6010 Plus Root CJP
* 3/32” 7018 Hot Pass
* 1/8” 7018” Fill and Cap
* Back Gauge Root and Cap with 1/8” 7018
2nd Test 4G
* + 1/8” 6010 Plus Root CJP
* 3/32” 7018 Hot Pass
* 1/8” 7018” Fill and Cap
* Back Gauge Root and Cap with 1/8” 7018
Ability to pass 2 tests, ASME 2” sch. 160 6G (required).
1st Test
* + 1/8” 6010 plus Root CJP
* 3/32” 7018 Hot Pass
* 3/32” 7018 Fill and Cap
2nd Test
* + 1/8” 6010 plus Root CJP
* 5/32” 8010 P-1 Hot Pass
* 5/32” 8010 P-1 Fill and Cap
Ability to pass 2 tests, API 1104 12 inch std. on Butt and Branch (required).
1st Test Butt
* + 1/8” 6010 plus Root CJP
* 5/32” 8010 P1 Hot Pass
* 3/16” 8010 P1 Fill and Cap
2nd Test Branch
* + 1/8” 6010 plus Root CJP
* 5/32” 8010 P-1 Hot Pass
* 5/32” 8010 P-1 Fill and Cap
Strong organizational skills.
Ability and willingness to work both individually and as part of a team.
Must be open to working weekends and being on-call when needed.
Understanding of the Measuring Tape, Material Grade, Alloys, Miter Cuts, Fitting take-offs and interpretation of Blue Prints.
Understanding of Fittings and Layouts using the Pipefitters criteria.
Layout of Risers and Headers.
Oversee installation and completion of project assigned.
Must participate and successfully complete the Smith Driver’s Training system taught in house.
* Insurance requirements.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Welding certification is preferred.
Valid driver's license.
Hot work permit certification is a plus.
Forklift certification is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme heat and risk of radiation. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; toxic or caustic chemicals and explosives. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
YOUR BENEFITS
Lewis Energy Group appreciates the hard work and dedication you bring to our team every day. To do our part, we are committed to keeping your benefits affordable and beneficial for you and your eligible family members. Lewis Energy Group strives to provide benefits that meet your needs, are easy to understand and use, and provide excellent value for affordable costs.
Insurance: Medical/Dental/Vision/ Basic Life and AD&D/and other benefit options to meet your personal needs
Retirement: 401K with immediate matching contribution
Annual Discretionary Bonus
Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for you and your dependents
On-Site fitness center
Wellness & Company Events throughout the year
Lodging (dependent on role)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lewis Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.
INTRODUCTION
About us
Lewis Energy Group is a vertically integrated E&P Company. We are one of the top national gas producers in South Texas and in the nation. We operate in South Texas and have international operations. We are proud of the family-oriented work culture we have built over the decades. This culture carries into the pride we take in our work and in the communities we operate in.
Lewis Energy Group is looking for a highly motivated Welder III to join our Fabrication team. The welder welds together metal components of products such as Drilling Rigs, pipelines, pre-fabricated risers, vehicles, and heavy equipment with (SMAW) Shield Metal Arc Welding or (GTAW) Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, (GMAW) Gas Metal Arc Welding, Oxy-acetylene welding. Gather dimensions and lays them out on structural steel / high pressure piping. Rolls, offsets, miters, and “POP” are calculated to produce pre-fabricate finished goods. Fabrication / installation of conductor, Braiden-head, casing cut-offs, plug and abandon. Provides bill of material / ISO for installation of Compressors / pig launchers.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Welding Preparation: Obtains specified electrode, based on criteria of raw goods being welded; inserts electrode into rod holder or feeds wire consumable through welding gun. Attaches ground clamp from welding machine to work piece, to dial in the adequate amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse, to known standards. Start engine driven welding machine / electric welding machine to produce desired amps. Scratch start arc to generate heat to produce a molten puddle, depositing filler metal from electrode to work piece; to join edges of work piece. Preheats work piece with hand torch or heating furnace where applicable. Positions and clamps work pieces together or assembles them in jig or fixture. Tacks/welds assemblies together.
Welding: Manually guides electrode or gun along beveled or fillet edge, maintaining length of arc and speed to form specified depth of fusion, width, and convex of weld on welded fixture, visually judged by color of base metal i.e. stainless, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle. Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead on plate; 6G on 2 inch pipe and a butt and branch on 12 inch pipe.
Post Welding Duties: Cleans slag of weld joint. Visually examines weld on i.e. bead size, bead crown convex/concave, porosity, and undercut according to AWS, ASME, API 1104 welding specifications. Repairs out of code equipment/raw goods, i.e. broken, cracked parts and fills cavity. Prepares parts for non-destructive testing (NDT); chips off excess weld, slag, and spatter.
Your Work schedule/hours
Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 5:00pm
Must be able to work overtime when needed
Hours and schedule may vary based on operational tempo
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
One year certificate from college or technical school; minimum of three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to pass AWS D1: 3G, 4G test (required).
1st Test 3G
* + 1/8” 6010 Plus Root CJP
* 3/32” 7018 Hot Pass
* 1/8” 7018” Fill and Cap
* Back Gauge Root and Cap with 1/8” 7018
2nd Test 4G
* + 1/8” 6010 Plus Root CJP
* 3/32” 7018 Hot Pass
* 1/8” 7018” Fill and Cap
* Back Gauge Root and Cap with 1/8” 7018
Ability to pass 2 tests, ASME 2” sch. 160 6G (required).
1st Test
* + 1/8” 6010 plus Root CJP
* 3/32” 7018 Hot Pass
* 3/32” 7018 Fill and Cap
2nd Test
* + 1/8” 6010 plus Root CJP
* 5/32” 8010 P-1 Hot Pass
* 5/32” 8010 P-1 Fill and Cap
Ability to pass 2 tests, API 1104 12 inch std. on Butt and Branch (required).
1st Test Butt
* + 1/8” 6010 plus Root CJP
* 5/32” 8010 P1 Hot Pass
* 3/16” 8010 P1 Fill and Cap
2nd Test Branch
* + 1/8” 6010 plus Root CJP
* 5/32” 8010 P-1 Hot Pass
* 5/32” 8010 P-1 Fill and Cap
Strong organizational skills.
Ability and willingness to work both individually and as part of a team.
Must be open to working weekends and being on-call when needed.
Understanding of the Measuring Tape, Material Grade, Alloys, Miter Cuts, Fitting take-offs and interpretation of Blue Prints.
Understanding of Fittings and Layouts using the Pipefitters criteria.
Layout of Risers and Headers.
Oversee installation and completion of project assigned.
Must participate and successfully complete the Smith Driver’s Training system taught in house.
* Insurance requirements.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Welding certification is preferred.
Valid driver's license.
Hot work permit certification is a plus.
Forklift certification is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme heat and risk of radiation. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; toxic or caustic chemicals and explosives. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
YOUR BENEFITS
Lewis Energy Group appreciates the hard work and dedication you bring to our team every day. To do our part, we are committed to keeping your benefits affordable and beneficial for you and your eligible family members. Lewis Energy Group strives to provide benefits that meet your needs, are easy to understand and use, and provide excellent value for affordable costs.
Insurance: Medical/Dental/Vision/ Basic Life and AD&D/and other benefit options to meet your personal needs
Retirement: 401K with immediate matching contribution
Annual Discretionary Bonus
Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for you and your dependents
On-Site fitness center
Wellness & Company Events throughout the year
Lodging (dependent on role)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lewis Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.
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Verify your welding credentials match job requirements
H-2A agricultural welding roles typically require AWS certification or documented experience with MIG, TIG, or stick welding on farm equipment. Gather your certifications and employment records before applying so employers can confirm your qualifications during the DOL job order review.
Check the AEWR for your target state
The Adverse Effect Wage Rate varies by state and changes annually. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the current rate where the job is located before you receive an offer, so you can verify your quoted wage meets the legal minimum.
Search verified H-2A employers on Migrate Mate
Not every farm or ranch that posts welding jobs has filed an H-2A job order. Migrate Mate filters listings by verified H-2A sponsorship history, so you're targeting employers who have already completed the DOL temporary labor certification process.
Confirm the housing arrangement before accepting an offer
Your employer must provide free housing that meets DOL-approved safety standards, but the location and setup vary widely. Ask whether housing is on-site or off-site, shared or private, and whether bedding and cooking facilities are provided before you sign anything.
Understand the three-fourths guarantee in your contract
H-2A job offers must include a three-fourths guarantee, meaning your employer must offer you work for at least 75 percent of the contract period. If welding assignments run short due to weather or equipment delays, you're still owed wages for that floor.
Get the O*NET occupation code for your application
H-2A petitions require an SOC occupation code tied to the role. Pull the welding occupation profile from O*NET and confirm your job duties align with the listed tasks. A mismatch between your duties and the SOC code can slow down the DOL job order certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Welder jobs that offer H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Welder positions with confirmed H-2A sponsorship. The platform filters jobs by verified sponsorship history, so you're not sifting through listings from employers who haven't filed a temporary labor certification. Search by role and state to see active H-2A job orders for welding work.
What housing and transportation does an H-2A employer have to provide for Welder positions?
Under H-2A rules, your employer must provide free housing that meets DOL health and safety standards for the full duration of your contract. They must also pay for your inbound transportation from your home country to the worksite and return transportation at the end of the contract. Daily transportation between housing and the worksite must also be provided at no cost to you.
Does welding on a farm qualify as agricultural work under H-2A?
It depends on the specific duties. H-2A covers temporary agricultural labor, so welding that directly supports farm operations, such as repairing irrigation systems, maintaining harvesting equipment, or fabricating livestock enclosures, typically qualifies. Welding work that is primarily construction or manufacturing unrelated to on-farm operations may not meet the agricultural labor definition under the program.
What happens if the welding work ends early before my H-2A contract expires?
The three-fourths guarantee protects you if work is cut short. Your employer must pay wages equivalent to at least 75 percent of the total workdays listed in your contract, even if the actual welding assignments run out early. If your employer terminates the contract without cause before that threshold, they're required to cover your return transportation costs as well.