WELDERS NEEDED

Aerotek; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Airfare provided

Daily per diem

Weekly pay with benefits after 30 days

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Traveling Welder for a 90-day contract, with work primarily on contract sites including travel opportunities. The role requires at least three years of welding experience in construction or industrial environments and proficiency in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and flux-cored processes.

You will read blueprints, fabricate structural steel, and comply with safety and site procedures. Pay ranges from $24 to $35 per hour, plus a $138 daily per diem and round-trip airfare provided by the

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years welding experience in construction or industrial settings.
• Proficient in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and Flux-Cored welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience with structural steel fabrication and related projects.
• Strong welding safety knowledge and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW processes.
• Weld, repair, and fabricate structural steel and metal components.
• Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Prepare materials, cut, grind, fit, and clean surfaces for welding.
• Operate welding machines, torches, grinders, and fabrication equipment safely.
• Inspect welds for quality and compliance with requirements.

Skills

SMAW (Stick) welding

GMAW (MIG) welding

GTAW (TIG) welding

Flux-Cored welding

Blueprint reading

Education

4G Stainless Steel Welding Certification

Job description

Job Title: Traveling Welder - 90 DAY CONTRACT - UP TO $35/hr

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our team at Andersen Air Force Base in Guam. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of welding experience in a construction or industrial environment. You will be responsible for performing welding, cutting, fitting, and fabrication activities on structural steel and piping using various welding techniques. This is a 90-day contract position with potential for extension, future contract opportunities, or permanent placement within the organization. The client will provide round-trip airfare, and employees will receive daily per diem while working on the project.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding using SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) processes.
• Weld, repair, and fabricate structural steel and other metal components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, welding symbols, and fabrication specifications.
• Prepare materials and surfaces for welding, including cutting, grinding, fitting, and cleaning.
• Operate welding machines, cutting torches, grinders, and other fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements.
• Follow all site-specific safety procedures and government installation requirements.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of welding experience in a construction or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), and Flux-Cored welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience working with structural steel and fabrication projects.
• Strong knowledge of welding safety practices and procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Current, non-expired 4G Stainless Steel Welding Certification required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DBIDS (Defense Biometric Identification System) Government Badging.
• U.S. citizenship is not required; however, candidates must successfully complete the government badging process.
• Experience working in military, industrial, or heavy construction environments is preferred.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $24-$35 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• $138/day non-taxable per diem for every day worked.
• Client-paid round-trip airfare to and from Guam.
• Weekly pay, including per diem.
• Benefits available after 30 days of employment.

Why Work Here?

Join a veteran-owned business with a large backlog specializing in horizontal and vertical construction. You will have the opportunity for a contract-to-hire role and the chance to travel within the organization.

Work Environment

The position operates Monday to Friday with occasional Saturdays, totaling 40 to 50 hours per week. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times. Must be approved for DBIDS badging prior to site access.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $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 Tampa, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tampa,FL.

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.

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.