Traveling TIG Welder

Direct Hire | St. Cloud, MN | Starting at $27.00/hr → $35.10/hr after training | Travel up to 80%

Our client is seeking a Traveling Electrical TIG Welder to join their team in St. Cloud, MN. This is a direct-hire opportunity combining aluminum TIG welding with hands-on electrical field service at power generation facilities across the United States, including nuclear and non-nuclear plants.

Candidates must currently reside in Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa, or Wisconsin.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $27.00/hr during the first three weeks of training
• Pay After Training: $35.10/hr upon successful completion of initial training
• Additional increases available through the Bus Duct Technician Apprenticeship Program up to 50HR
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Per diem while traveling
• 100% employer-paid hotels, flights, and rental vehicles
• Paid travel expenses

What You'll Do

This position is approximately 80% electrical bus duct field service and 20% TIG welding, depending on project requirements.

• Perform aluminum TIG welding on horizontal and vertical pipe ranging from 1/8" to 1" thickness
• Inspect, maintain, install, and refurbish electrical bus duct systems
• Clean, paint, silver-plate, and refurbish bus duct components
• Install bus duct systems, including rigging, alignment, and torquing
• Read blueprints, technical documents, and detailed work procedures
• Follow company, customer, and site-specific safety requirements
• Complete accurate field documentation and job records
• Work closely with foremen and crew members to complete projects safely and efficiently
• Complete required computer-based training and testing
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Travel & Schedule

• Travel approximately 80% throughout the United States
• Typical assignments last 2–8 weeks, with some projects lasting 3–6 months
• Participate in emergency outage response and be able to mobilize within 24 hours
• Approximately 6–8 emergency calls per year
• Outage schedules may include 6 days/10 hours or 7 days/12 hours
• Both day and night shifts may be required
• Heaviest workload typically occurs during spring and fall outage seasons
• A REAL ID or valid passport is required for air travel

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional TIG welding experience
• Experience welding aluminum or stainless steel
• Welding certification from an accredited school preferred
• Valid driver's license
• OSHA 10 certification required before starting
• Ability to read blueprints and technical documentation
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and industrial environments
• Willing and able to travel extensively
• Ability to become certified under company welding procedures, including SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Because this position supports critical infrastructure and federal projects, employment is contingent upon successfully completing:

• Criminal background check
• Drug screening, including marijuana
• DOT physical and obtaining a DOT Medical Card
• Pre-placement physical examination
• Requirements necessary to obtain unescorted access to nuclear power facilities

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Climb, crouch, bend, and work in industrial environments
• Work in confined spaces and varying weather conditions
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Wear required PPE
• Travel extensively by air and vehicle
• Successfully complete all required medical screenings and physical examinations

If you're an experienced TIG Welder looking to build specialized electrical field-service skills while traveling across the U.S., this is an excellent opportunity to join a team with structured training, strong benefits, and a clear path for advancement.

Equal Opportunity Employer