Certified Welder - MIA Airport

ERMC Aviation; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

HSA

401k

Life insurance

Flight benefits

Discounts on travel

Job summary

ERMC Aviation in Miami, FL is seeking an Airport Welder to perform MIG, TIG, Stick and Arc welding and metal fabrication to support airport infrastructure and equipment repair.

You will read blueprints, inspect metal structures, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams while following FAA and OSHA safety standards. The role requires certification (3G+), ability to obtain an airport badge, and working nights or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Welder with 3G or higher.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Able to obtain an airport security badge and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, Stick, and Arc welding on metals (steel, aluminum, stainless).
• Repair and fabricate metal components for airport infrastructure.
• Inspect and maintain welding equipment and tools.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to complete projects on schedule.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Light metalworking

Welding

Blueprint reading

Education

Welder certification (3G+)

Tools

Oxygen-acetylene torch

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick/Arc welding

Job description

The Airport Welder is responsible for performing welding and metal fabrication tasks to support airport infrastructure, facility maintenance, and equipment repair. This role ensures the safety, functionality, and structural integrity of airport assets, working in compliance with FAA regulations, safety standards, and airport policies.

• Perform MIG, TIG, Stick, and Arc welding on a variety of metals (steel, aluminum, stainless steel).
• Repair and fabricate metal components for airport infrastructure including gates, hangars, baggage systems, fencing, and signage.
• Inspect and maintain welding equipment and tools.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Conduct routine inspections of metal structures to detect defects or safety hazards.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to complete projects on schedule.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Adhere to local, state, and federal codes including OSHA and FAA regulations.

The ideal candidate shall be:

• Familiar with the use of hand and power tools
• Skilled in light metal working and fabrication
• Skilled in the use of welding and cutting tools, oxygen acetylene torch, metal inert gas (MIG) and/or tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding
• Must be a certified Welder with certification 3G or higher.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Completing
• Must possess a Government ID and social security card.
• Must be able to obtain and keep an airport security badge.
• Must have or be able to attain reliable transportation.
• Able to work in extreme conditions, such as hot and cold weather, as well as small spaces
• Able to receive appropriate security clearances after completing a criminal background check.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to work extended hours depending on operational needs.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

ERMC Aviation offers a full range of benefits for full-time employees, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, HSA, 401k, company-paid life insurance, supplementary life insurance, voluntary benefits (such as accident, cancer, and hospitalization), the option to receive paycheck 2+ days early, discounts on hotels, rental vehicles, and cruises, discounted tuition with a participating college, and a college education savings plan.

Additionally, as a member of the Unifi Service family of companies, ERMC employees are eligible for steeply discounted flight benefits with Delta Airlines.

Part-time employees can participate in a 401 (k) with a company match, company-paid insurance, optional early pay, and Delta flight benefits.