Structural Welder - Multi-Process, Blueprint-Driven, Heights

WIRC - Western Industrial Resources Corporation; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings

Health, dental, and vision coverage

HSA eligibility

Life insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Western Industrial Resources Corporation seeks a skilled structural welder to perform welding in all positions using SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW. You will read blueprints, lay out and weld steel members, and operate cutting tools such as oxy-fuel torches and plasma cutters.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, AWS certification preference, and the ability to pass welding tests. Safety and quality are emphasized on a rigorous job site.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structural or industrial welding.
• AWS certification preferred (D1.1 or applicable code).
• Proficient in vertical, horizontal, overhead, and flat welding positions.
• Able to pass company and client welding tests.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding using SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW in all positions.
• Read blueprints, structural drawings, and weld symbols.
• Lay out, fit, tack, and weld structural steel members, including beams, columns, plates, braces, connections.
• Use cutting equipment including oxy-fuel torches, plasma cutters, and air arc gouging tools.
• Perform grinding, beveling, and weld preparation.
• Set up, maintain, and safely operate welding machines and related equipment.
• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and compliance with AWS and project specifications.
• Repair weld defects and perform weld build-up and restoration work.
• Install structural steel components and assist with rigging and positioning of steel.
• Work at heights using scaffolding, lifts, and elevated platforms.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.

Skills

SMAW

FCAW

GMAW

Welding positions

Education

AWS D1.1 or applicable code

Tools

Oxy-fuel torches

Plasma cutters

Air arc gouging

Job description

Western Industrial Resources Corporation seeks a skilled structural welder to perform welding in all positions using SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW. You will read blueprints, lay out and weld steel members, and operate cutting tools such as oxy-fuel torches and plasma cutters.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, AWS certification preference, and the ability to pass welding tests. Safety and quality are emphasized on a rigorous job site.