The Blue Collar Recruiter logo

Traveling Industrial TIG Welder

The Blue Collar Recruiter
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Twin Cities, Minnesota, United States
$27 - $35 USD hourly
Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance

Traveling Industrial TIG Welder


$27.00/hr During Training (Non-Union) → $35.10/hr Upon Successful Completion of Training & Union Affiliation
Per Diem + 100% Paid Travel
Based in St. Cloud, MN | Approximately 60% Travel

Applicants must currently reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota.

If you're an experienced TIG welder looking to get out of the shop and build a career in industrial field work, this opportunity offers something different.

Join a team that services power plants, substations, and critical electrical infrastructure across the United States. You'll perform precision TIG welding while learning a highly specialized trade through a paid apprenticeship. Every project is different, travel expenses are fully covered, and you'll work alongside experienced craftsmen on some of the country's most important power generation facilities.

What You'll Do:
  •  Perform precision TIG welding on aluminum, stainless steel, copper, and carbon steel 
  •  Weld aluminum pipe in horizontal and vertical positions 
  •  Read blueprints, welding procedures, and technical drawings 
  •  Perform installation, maintenance, and repair work in power generation and industrial facilities 
  •  Learn to inspect, repair, and install electrical bus duct systems through EBI's apprenticeship program 
  •  Travel throughout the United States approximately 60% of the year 
  •  Maintain the highest standards of quality and safety while working in critical infrastructure environments 
What We Offer:
  • $27.00/hr during paid training (non-union)
  • $35.10/hr after successful completion of training and union affiliation
  •  Daily per diem while traveling 
  •  100% company-paid airfare, hotels, and rental vehicles 
  •  Paid 3-Year Bus Duct Technician Apprenticeship 
  •  Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Retirement Benefits 
  •  Industry-leading specialized training 
  •  Long-term career growth working in power generation and industrial infrastructure 
We're Looking For:
  •  1+ years of TIG welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment 
  •  Experience welding aluminum and/or stainless steel 
  •  Experience reading blueprints and welding procedures 
  •  Background in industrial fabrication, process piping, pressure vessels, food-grade fabrication, aerospace, marine, or custom fabrication preferred 
  •  Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail 
  •  Comfortable working at heights and in industrial environments 
  •  Willing to travel approximately 60% 
  •  Valid Driver's License 
  •  Real ID or Passport 
  •  OSHA 10 Certification 
Additional Requirements:
  •  Pass a background check 
  •  Pass a drug screen (including marijuana) 
  •  Pass a DOT physical and pre-placement medical exam 
  •  Ability to obtain unescorted access to nuclear power generation facilities 
This Role Is Ideal For Welders Coming From: 
  •  Industrial fabrication 
  •  Process piping 
  •  Food or dairy equipment manufacturing 
  •  Pressure vessel fabrication 
  •  Stainless steel fabrication 
  •  Aluminum fabrication 
  •  Marine fabrication 
  •  Aerospace manufacturing 
  •  Industrial maintenance 
  •  Power generation contractors 
If you're ready to turn your TIG welding experience into a specialized career supporting the nation's critical power infrastructure, we'd love to talk with you.
Compensation: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour