Traveling TIG Welder

Traveling TIG Welder Direct Hire | St. Cloud, MN | Starting at $27.00/hr ? $35.10/hr after training | Travel up to 80% Our client is seeking a Traveling Electrical TIG Welder to join their team in St. Cloud, MN. This is a direct-hire opportunity combining aluminum TIG welding with hands-on electrical field service at power generation facilities across the United States, including nuclear and non-nuclear plants. Candidates must currently reside in Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa, or Wisconsin. Compensation & Benefits Starting Pay: $27.00/hr during the first three weeks of training Pay After Training: $35.10/hr upon successful completion of initial training Additional increases available through the Bus Duct Technician Apprenticeship Program up to 50HR Medical, Dental & Vision 401(k) PTO Per diem while traveling 100% employer-paid hotels, flights, and rental vehicles Paid travel expenses What You'll Do This position is approximately 80% electrical bus duct field service and 20% TIG welding , depending on project requirements. Perform aluminum TIG welding on horizontal and vertical pipe ranging from 1/8" to 1" thickness Inspect, maintain, install, and refurbish electrical bus duct systems Clean, paint, silver-plate, and refurbish bus duct components Install bus duct systems, including rigging, alignment, and torquing Read blueprints, technical documents, and detailed work procedures Follow company, customer, and site-specific safety requirements Complete accurate field documentation and job records Work closely with foremen and crew members to complete projects safely and efficiently Complete required computer-based training and testing Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment Travel & Schedule Travel approximately 80% throughout the United States Typical assignments last 28 weeks , with some projects lasting 36 months Participate in emergency outage response and be able to mobilize within 24 hours Approximately 68 emergency calls per year Outage schedules may include 6 days/10 hours or 7 days/12 hours Both day and night shifts may be required Heaviest workload typically occurs during spring and fall outage seasons A REAL ID or valid passport is required for air travel Qualifications 2+ years of professional TIG welding experience Experience welding aluminum or stainless steel Welding certification from an accredited school preferred Valid driver's license OSHA 10 certification required before starting Ability to read blueprints and technical documentation Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and industrial environments Willing and able to travel extensively Ability to become certified under company welding procedures, including SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW Strong communication and teamwork skills Basic computer skills Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Pre-Employment Requirements Because this position supports critical infrastructure and federal projects, employment is contingent upon successfully completing: Criminal background check Drug screening, including marijuana DOT physical and obtaining a DOT Medical Card Pre-placement physical examination Requirements necessary to obtain unescorted access to nuclear power facilities Physical Requirements Stand and walk for extended periods Climb, crouch, bend, and work in industrial environments Work in confined spaces and varying weather conditions Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Wear required PPE Travel extensively by air and vehicle Successfully complete all required medical screenings and physical examinations If you're an experienced TIG Welder looking to build specialized electrical field-service skills while traveling across the U.S., this is an excellent opportunity to join a team with structured training, strong benefits, and a clear path for advancement. Equal Opportunity Employer INDH