Welder / Fabricator

Description

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Welder / Fabricators for projects located in or around Oxnard, CA. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate is $30-$40/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are a Welder and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

Job Scope:

• Fabricate and assemble mission-critical equipment for naval and defense applications

• Perform MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum

• Align and fit components using jigs, fixtures, clamps, and fabrication tools

• Read and interpret engineering blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings

• Build structures to precise defense manufacturing specifications

• Monitor weld quality and ensure compliance with strict quality standards

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment

• Assist team members across production areas as needed

• Operate shop equipment including forklifts and scissor lifts when required

Requirements:

• Must have at least 3 years of fabrication and welding experience (1–2 years of intensive, high-quality experience may be considered if technical testing is passed)

• Must be proficient in MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding

• Must be able to weld in horizontal and vertical positions on a variety of materials

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols

• Must pass a 1G Flat and 3G Vertical-Up weld test for both GMAW and GTAW

• Must be a U.S. Person for ITAR compliance

• Must possess a valid California driver's license, clean driving record, and personal auto insurance

• Must have reliable transportation and be willing to work overtime and weekends as required

• Must be able to lift and move materials up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods and work in confined or restricted welding positions

Preferred Requirements:

• AWS D1.1 Steel Certification

• AWS D1.2 Aluminum Certification

• Experience operating forklifts and scissor lifts

• Previous defense, aerospace, or high-specification manufacturing experience

Company Details

Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked

• Vacation Pay

• Health insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

“ Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, pleasecall or visit your closest Tradesmen office ( to verify the request.

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Location

US-CA-OXNARD

Posted Date 4 weeks ago (8/3/2026 1:29 PM)

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Category Welder - Welder

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Location US-CA-OXNARD