Orbital Welder

WGNSTAR; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid vacation

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

WGNSTAR is seeking a Full-Time welder in Boise, ID. Responsibilities include performing orbital and TIG welding of high-purity stainless steel assemblies, ensuring quality compliance, and training junior technicians. The role requires 3–5 years of welding experience and a high school diploma or equivalent.

This position comes with a competitive pay rate of $24 per hour plus additional benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as paid vacation and holiday opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience or equivalent training.
• Previous orbital welding and/or TIG welding experience.
• Current welding certification or ability to re‑certify.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform orbital and TIG welding of stainless steel assemblies.
• Set up and operate orbital welding equipment.
• Ensure weld quality and compliance with industry standards.
• Train junior technicians and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Orbital welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Power tools

Job description

Schedule

M-F 6:00am-3:00pm

Pay Rate

$24 + DOE

Location

Boise, ID

Position Type

Full-Time

Benefits

This position is eligible for WGNSTAR’s full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Additional benefits are listed at the end of this posting.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform orbital and TIG welding of high‑purity stainless steel assemblies per drawings and specifications.
• Set up and operate orbital welding equipment, including ARC 207 power supplies or equivalent.
• Prepare, fit, assemble, and weld tubing and components using proper fabrication techniques.
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, BOMs, and weld procedures.
• Ensure weld quality and compliance with safety, customer, and industry standards.
• Train junior technicians and collaborate with Production, Engineering, and QA/QC teams.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience or equivalent training.
• Previous orbital welding and/or TIG welding experience.
• Current welding certification or ability to re‑certify.
• Portfolio or examples of previous welding workmanship preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and QC documents.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment.

Preferences

• Basic machine tool knowledge preferred.
• Proficiency with measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Familiarity with welding, cutting, facing, and tube preparation processes.

Physical Effort/Activities

May be required to walk up to 5+ miles per day, able to be on feet for 8–10 hrs at a time, able to bend, twist, push/pull, crouch, kneel in confined spaces, work at heights, on a ladder, and lift up to 50–75 pounds. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Benefits

Paid Vacation, Select Holidays, Overtime Opportunities, On‑site Facilities & Career Development Opportunities.

Equal Opportunities and Social Governance

WGNSTAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug‑free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Immigration Eligibility

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, O-1, etc). Additionally, WGNSTAR does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program for this role.