Aluminum Boat Builder & Welder — Fabrication Pro

SAFE Boats International; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Paid Time off

401K Match 4%

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

LTD

4-day Work Week

Job summary

SAFE Boats International is seeking an Experienced Aluminum Welder/Fabricator Boat Builder 4 in Tacoma, WA. This full-time on-site role offers a 5:00am–3:30pm shift, $29.00–$38.00 hourly, and a pay DOE of $40.00.

Work with a fabrication team building aluminum boats for military and first responders. The position emphasizes welding expertise, blueprint interpretation, safety compliance, and the ability to lead junior welders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Aluminum welding expertise required; GMAW (MIG) preferred.
• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
• Excellent welding and fabrication skills in marine/boat-building context.
• Ability to lead team members at Dept. Lead or Supervisor’s direction.
• Strong safety practices and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Weld aluminum components and assemble to specifications.
• Clamp, tack-weld, grind parts to achieve required configurations.
• Operate welding equipment (GTAW, GMAW, plasma arc) and hand tools.
• Monitor welding to prevent overheating, warping, or distortion.
• Maintain a safe work environment and quality standards.
• Train and assist less experienced welders/fabricators.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Aluminum welding

Blueprint reading

Team leadership

Job description

SAFE Boats International is seeking an Experienced Aluminum Welder/Fabricator Boat Builder 4 in Tacoma, WA. This full-time on-site role offers a 5:00am–3:30pm shift, $29.00–$38.00 hourly, and a pay DOE of $40.00.

Work with a fabrication team building aluminum boats for military and first responders. The position emphasizes welding expertise, blueprint interpretation, safety compliance, and the ability to lead junior welders in a fast-paced environment.