Experienced Orbital Welder

Caliberr Staffing; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 79,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Overtime pay

Per diem

Mileage reimbursement

Travel opportunities

Assignments 6+ months

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing seeks expert Orbital TIG Welders for nationwide industrial and advanced manufacturing projects. Travel across the United States is required, and you should bring deep knowledge of fit-up, machine configuration, weld parameters, and rigorous inspection standards.

Earn $38 per hour, supplemented by a daily per diem of $125–$180 and mileage reimbursement. Assignments last 6 months or longer with frequent opportunities for overtime and ongoing work across leading manufacturers

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of documented Orbital TIG welding experience.
• High-precision Orbital TIG welding history.
• Strong understanding of heat control, weld parameters, and TIG principles.
• Ability to read and apply welding specs, symbols, and blueprints.
• Experience with carbon steel or stainless alloys preferred.

Responsibilities

• Configure and utilize Orbital TIG welding machinery.
• Execute precise TIG welds on piping, tubing, and mechanical parts.
• Adjust welding settings to meet project requirements.
• Prepare joints and materials before welding.
• Interpret weld symbols and engineering specs; ensure quality.

Skills

Orbital TIG welding

Welding precision

Blueprint reading

Heat control

Troubleshooting welding equipment

Travel readiness

Tools

Orbital TIG welding equipment

WPS documentation

Job description

Location: Nationwide travel is required for this role.

Compensation: Earn $38/Hour, supplemented by a daily per diem of $125–$180 and mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile.

Assignment Details: We are offering long-term projects lasting 6 months or more, with consistent work opportunities available.

Advance Your Career with Nationwide Orbital TIG Projects

We are actively seeking expert Orbital TIG Welders to provide support for industrial and advanced manufacturing initiatives across the U.S. This role is ideal for seasoned professionals who value precision, thrive on complex technical challenges, and are ready to work in diverse manufacturing settings. If you possess deep knowledge of fit-up, machine configuration, weld parameters, and rigorous inspection standards, we invite you to apply.

Core Responsibilities

• Configure and utilize Orbital TIG welding machinery.
• Execute precise TIG welds on various piping, tubing, and mechanical parts.
• Adjust welding settings to ensure all project requirements are met.
• Prepare joints and materials thoroughly before beginning the welding process.
• Help maintain high standards of structural integrity by producing consistent, high-quality welds.
• Interpret complex blueprints, weld symbols, engineering specs, and WPS documentation.
• Oversee weld quality and perform necessary adjustments during operation.
• Conduct thorough visual and dimensional assessments of finished welds.
• Identify and resolve issues related to welding equipment, parameters, or processes.
• Contribute to a safe and organized work environment for the entire team.
• Adjust seamlessly to new job sites, varying procedures, and different equipment.

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of documented welding experience, specifically with Orbital TIG systems.
• Demonstrated history of executing high-precision Orbital TIG welding.
• Comprehensive understanding of heat control, TIG principles, and weld parameters.
• Proficiency in reading and applying welding specifications, symbols, and blueprints.
• Experience working with carbon steel, stainless steel, or other specialty alloys is preferred.
• Maintain a high level of detail to ensure superior weld quality.
• Capability to diagnose and troubleshoot welding equipment and processes.
• Knowledge of quality standards and weld inspection protocols.
• Ability to work autonomously while adapting to various manufacturing environments.
• Flexibility to accommodate overtime, weekend, and night shifts.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the country.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly rate of $38.
• Daily per diem ranging from $125 to $180.
• Mileage reimbursement at $0.76 per mile.
• Access to overtime pay.
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage.
• Participation in an employee referral program.
• Assignments lasting 6 months or longer with ongoing work.
• Exposure to leading manufacturers nationwide.

Professional Expectations

We are seeking welding experts who prioritize process control, consistency, and precision in every task. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following traits:

• High level of confidence and skill in Orbital TIG welding.
• Ability to work independently in unfamiliar manufacturing settings.
• Commitment to producing high-quality work through meticulous attention to detail.
• Adaptability to new shop environments, procedures, and equipment.
• Professionalism, reliability, and a focus on safety.
• A proactive approach to solving welding process challenges.
• Genuine pride in the quality of your workmanship.
• Readiness to travel to project sites as required.

About the Opportunity

We connect elite manufacturing talent with demanding projects that require genuine expertise. We prioritize the professionals behind the work, offering roles that reward craftsmanship, adaptability, reliability, and skill. Our core values include Grit, Honor, Intention, Quality, Collaboration, and Agility.

Required Proficiency:

• Aerospace Manufacturing

Technologies and Equipment:

• TIG Welder