Traveling TIG Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Growing Central MN welding company seeking to hire multiple traveling welders to join their team!

These roles are full-time, long-term roles with OT and full benefits available. These roles are direct hire, right into the union!

Candidates will be traveling all across the US to work on a variety of different job sites doing TIG welding, mostly on aluminum, and a lot of basic preventative maintenance, installation, and inspection of products. Candidates may also be doing some Stick welding as needed. The work takes place on new construction job sites, maintenance on existing sites, and remodeling on existing sites, so will work on a variety of different projects.

Candidates will be on the road for 1-2 months at a time working on a job site, then will get some time off, then will hit the road again. All hotel expenses are paid for by the company, and daily per diem is paid to employees as well. Candidates MUST be comfortable traveling / living on the road, as pretty much every job site requires traveling. Most weeks candidates are working a ton of OT, so candidates must be comfortable working long days and weeks.

Candidates will train in Central MN for the first few weeks of work, then hit the road after that. Training and orientation pay starts at $27 per hour, then once training is complete after a few weeks, the pay immediately goes up to $35 per hour. Most employees are making $50-$55 per hour after 3 years.

We are looking for candidates who have 3+ years of professional TIG welding experience (preferably working with Aluminum or Stainless steel) OR candidates can have a welding diploma / degree and 2+ years of professional TIG welding experience. Candidates must also posses a passport or a real ID for travel.

Why work here:

• Direct hire roles, start right on union payroll and benefits right away
• EXCELLENT benefits package
• Tons of OT available - realistic to make over $100K in year 1
• Travel all around the country
• Hotel is fully paid for by company and receive a daily per diem

If you are interested in these career opportunities, please apply with resume and contact info for consideration!

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Brainerd, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

• 100% employer paid flights, hotels, and rental cars $30 per diem
• Extensive Safety Program and exceptional Safety Ratings 100% Covered Benefits (after vesting period)
• Retirement plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance policy

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brainerd,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.