Welder

Job Title: Structural Ship/Submarine Welder (TIG/MIG)
Aerotek is looking to hire TIG Welder (Tulsa Welding School Grads) | St. Marys, GA | Contract-to-Hire
Looking for Tulsa Welding School graduates with strong character and a willingness to learn. Green welders are welcome, but you must be willing to practice and prepare for the weld test.
Pay

• Local Day Shift: $27.00/hr
• Local Night Shift: $28.89/hr
• Travel Day Shift: $31.05/hr
• Travel Night Shift: $33.22/hr
• $500/week meal per diem while traveling
• Company-paid flights, hotel, and rental car during travel

Schedule

• Must be open to days and nights
• Travel required 6-9 months per year
• Rotate between travel assignments and St. Marys, GA
• 6-month contract-to-hire

Requirements

• Tulsa Welding School graduate preferred
• No clearance required, but must be eligible to obtain one
• Reliable, professional, and team-oriented

Weld Test

• TIG freehand on steel
• Push-button TIG only
• No scratch start
• No walking the cup
• Candidates who have not practiced this test typically do not pass, so practice experience is highly encouraged

If you're a motivated TIG welder looking for great travel opportunities, competitive pay, and a path to permanent employment, apply today!
This role supports the repair and construction of U.S. Navy submarines and their critical structural components in a high-performance, safety-driven environment based in Kings Bay, GA. As a Structural Welder, you will perform advanced TIG and MIG welding on new construction and repair projects, ensuring that naval vessels meet the highest standards of quality, precision, and safety. You will work with a variety of welding processes, interpret technical documentation, and contribute directly to mission-critical shipbuilding and maintenance operations.
Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding and fabrication for both new construction and repair of submarine components and related structures.
• Utilize Pulse MIG (GMAW) and push button TIG (GTAW) welding processes to complete high-quality welds on a variety of metals.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, layout specifications, and technical drawings to plan and execute welding tasks accurately.
• Cut, burn, and weld metals to fabricate, modify, and repair structural components and assemblies.
• Prepare, clean, and fit surfaces and components prior to welding, including assembling and tracking weld parts to ensure proper alignment and fit-up.
• Perform welding in flat, vertical, and overhead positions using processes such as FCAW, GMAW, and SMAW as required by the job.
• Build up worn or defective surfaces and perform structural repairs on existing equipment and components.
• Operate burning equipment to dismantle assemblies and cut materials to specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Use grinding and other finishing techniques to ensure welds and fabricated components meet quality and specification requirements.
• Collaborate closely with other welders, fitters, and fabrication staff while also completing assigned tasks independently when needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Participate in training programs and weld school activities to meet qualification standards and continuously improve technical skills.
• Travel to other project locations across the United States as needed to support shipbuilding and repair activities.
• Follow all security, safety, and operational procedures associated with working on or near naval vessels and at naval facilities.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in structural welding, including both new construction and repair work.
• Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding, including the ability to pass weld testing in both processes.
• Hands-on experience using Pulse MIG (GMAW) and push button TIG (GTAW) welding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, layout specifications, and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Strong safety mindset and familiarity with working in high-security, controlled environments.

Why Work Here?
You will join a long-term, stable program with a significant backlog of work on high-profile government contracts, offering strong job security and ongoing project opportunities. The organization provides access to formal weld school and training programs, including development opportunities at established facilities, to help you continuously advance your skills. You can benefit from great benefits, clear growth potential, and the possibility of transitioning to a direct role over time. The role offers opportunities to travel, gain exposure to complex naval projects, and build a rewarding career in a specialized, high-demand field.
Work Environment
The primary work site is at Kings Bay Naval Base in Kings Bay, GA, with initial work typically starting in a production shop located off base in St. Marys, GA, where you may work alongside 30 or more team members. Work assignments may later move onto the naval base and can include travel to other locations across the United States depending on project needs. The base shift runs from approximately 0600 to 1430, with regular overtime expected, and you must be open to off-shift work based on workload and project schedules. The environment is a shipyard and fabrication setting focused on submarine and shipbuilding work, utilizing TIG, MIG (including pulse), flux core, and related welding and fabrication equipment. You will work in a structured, safety-focused environment that requires adherence to security protocols and government contract requirements. Appropriate work attire includes work pants and work-appropriate shirts, along with required welding personal protective equipment; there is no strict dress code beyond compliance with safety and PPE standards.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Marys, GA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 St. Marys,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.


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