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1st Shift TIG Welder

Aerotek

Travel Welder / Fabricator

1st Shift: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM

2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday, 3:45 PM - 1:45 AM

Training is conducted on 1st shift. Candidates must be open to either shift.

Why Join Us?
  • Competitive pay and daily per diem
  • Strong project backlog and long-term job security
  • Team-oriented culture that values skilled trades
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale industrial equipment
  • PPE and tools provided to support your success
What You'll Do
  • Layout, fit, and fabricate pipe systems and components from blueprints
  • Perform TIG and Pulse MIG welding on pipe and pressure vessel assemblies
  • Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings
  • Cut, align, fit, and assemble components prior to welding
  • Inspect finished welds to ensure quality and compliance standards
  • Support pressure vessel testing and quality verification processes
  • Work safely at heights when accessing larger equipment
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment
What We're Looking For
  • Strong TIG and Pulse MIG pipe welding experience
  • Ability to read blueprints and interpret weld symbols
  • Experience with pipe fabrication and industrial welding
  • Ability to pass 6G pipe weld tests
  • Strong attention to quality and safety
  • Manufacturing, heavy industrial, chemical, oil & gas, or pharmaceutical experience is a plus
  • Stick welding experience and welding certifications are beneficial
Work Environment

Work in a modern manufacturing facility building large-scale fluid processing equipment. This is a hands-on role involving pipe fabrication, welding, and assembly in a safety-focused production environment with opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.

If you're a skilled welder looking for challenging projects, long-term stability, and a team that values craftsmanship, apply today!

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Newport News, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/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 Newport News, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago

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