TRAVELING WELDER- 3 WEEK PROJECT- WEEKLY PAY

Aerotek; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Lodging provided

$50 daily per diem

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Traveling Welder for a 3-week project in Baltimore, MD. You will install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment at a coal-fired utility plant under on-site supervision.

Hours are 12 per day, 6 days a week. The role requires comfort working at heights and in confined spaces. You will receive a weekly paycheck, plus a $50 daily per diem and daily lodging provided.

Qualifications

• Experience welding in industrial environments and at height
• Proficient with oxy-acetylene cutting
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and hand tools safely
• Comfort working in dusty or poorly lit spaces
• Willingness to work 12-hour days, 6 days a week during shutdowns

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment.
• Cut steel parts using oxy-acetylene torch per safety procedures.
• Operate air chisels and related mechanical tools for metal removal and repair.
• Carry and lift tools, equipment, and parts for maintenance tasks.
• Operate forklifts, aerial lifts, and cranes to access work areas.
• Clean precipitators and perform minor weld repairs as needed.
• Work inside electrostatic precipitators to remove dust.

Skills

Welding

Oxy-acetylene cutting

Forklift operation

Industrial maintenance

Safety compliance

Tools

Air chisels

Aerial lifts

Crane operation

Job description

TRAVELING WELDER- 3 WEEK PROJECT- WEEKLY PAY

Location: Baltimore, MD

Pay: $28-$32/hour + $50 daily per diem + daily lodging

Hours: Monday-Saturday

This role supports maintenance and repair activities at a coal-fired utility plant in Baltimore, MD under on-site supervision. You will install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment, often working at heights and within confined spaces. The position requires comfort working in poorly lit, dusty areas and the physical ability to climb stairs and ladders throughout the shift.

Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment using preventive, predictive, and productive maintenance practices.
• Perform cutting of steel parts using an oxy-acetylene torch in accordance with safety procedures.
• Operate air chisels and related mechanical tools for removal and repair of metal components.
• Carry and lift tools, equipment, and parts as needed to support maintenance and repair tasks.
• Operate forklifts, aerial lifts, and cranes to move materials and access work areas safely.
• Perform internal cleaning of precipitators, including removal of dust and debris, and carry out related mechanical and minor weld repairs.
• Work inside electrostatic precipitators to clean out dirt and dust from the air-handling components.

Essential Skills:

• Ability to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment in an industrial environment.
• Proficiency using an oxy-acetylene torch to cut steel parts safely and accurately.
• Experience operating air chisels and similar mechanical tools for metal removal and preparation.
• Capability to carry and lift tools, equipment, and parts required for maintenance tasks.
• Experience operating forklifts, aerial lifts, and cranes or the ability to learn under supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience working in power plants, heavy industrial facilities, or similar environments.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance, fabrication, or welding support.
• Familiarity with electrostatic precipitators or similar air pollution control equipment.
• Strong safety mindset and consistent use of required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary crew of mechanics and welders.
• Willingness to work extended hours and consecutive days during shutdown periods.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that values safety, collaboration, and a strong work ethic, while providing tangible support for your time on site. Travel time is paid, and you receive a single-occupancy hotel room at no cost, along with a daily per diem for meals. The organization promotes a positive company culture where team members support each other and share a commitment to completing complex industrial projects safely and efficiently.

Work Environment:

This role is based at a coal-fired utility plant in Baltimore, MD, working under on-site supervision as part of a 10-person crew composed of mechanics and welders. The schedule runs continuously during the assignment period, with work hours of 12 hours per day, 6 days per week, typically from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Buffalo, NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.