Job Information
Aerotek Travel Aluminum Welder in Tacoma, Washington
Travel Welder - $1050 per diem each week
Site location: Vancouver, Washington
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Travel Welder with strong experience in aluminum welding. The successful candidate must be able to describe their experience and pass a weld test. This role involves welding and fabricating on various structures, both in and out of position. MIG welding experience is required, and pulse arc experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
Perform welding and fabricating tasks according to specific instructions.
Weld and fabricate on various structures, ensuring high quality and precision.
Work with aluminum and other materials as required.
Operate MIG welding equipment and, preferably, pulse arc welding equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints to complete welding projects.
Conduct welding in multiple positions as needed.
Essential Skills
Experience in aluminum welding.
Proficiency in MIG welding.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Capability to pass fracture tested weld tests.
Experience with pulse arc welding is preferred.
Skill in fabricating, fitting, and grinding.
Proficiency in using tape measures and other measuring tools.
Why Work Here?
Construction of 32 ships over the next 10 years for the army. This opportunity offers stability and guaranteed work for the next decade, which is rare in the industry. We are looking for candidates who are interested in a stable, long-term career rather than short-term project work. The company offers a supportive and stable work environment with the potential for permanent relocation to Portland. Join a team that values long-term employment and provides a secure career path.
Work Environment
You will be working in a large-scale manufacturing facility that produces structural steel and aluminum parts for government projects, including bridges, dams, nuclear sites, boats, and barges. The work environment is clean and primarily involves working with aluminum. Safety gear such as steel-toed boots and safety glasses is required.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Tacoma,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.