Structural Welder (Pulse Arc)
Company
Aerotek
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
45 an hour
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
Job Title: Structural Welder (Pulse Arc)
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Structural Welder with expertise in pulse arc welding. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in naval shipyard environments, utilizing various welding techniques including MIG, flux-core, and pulse arc welding.
Responsibilities
• Perform multi-pass, all position fillet and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P processes.
• Work in physically demanding environments such as shipboard and sub-assemblies, climbing ladders and staging.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations in the shipbuilding industry.
• Conduct Air Carbon Arc Gouging and ensure proficiency in using fillet and butt weld gauges.
• Pass all position, multi-pass butt weld qualification tests according to MIL-STD-248D standards.
Essential Skills
• Proficiency in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P welding processes.
• Experience in physically demanding environments.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• Capability to perform Air Carbon Arc Gouging.
• Ability to accurately use welding gauges.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Experience in confined spaces on naval ships and shop environments.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Welding qualification tests in various positions as per industry standards.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic work environment that challenges your skills and offers opportunities for growth in a vital industry. Our commitment to safety and excellence provides a platform for professional development and career advancement.
Work Environment
The work environment is physically demanding, requiring candidates to operate in confined spaces on naval ships and in shop settings. The role involves climbing up and down ladders and stairs, demanding a high level of physical fitness and adaptability.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Structural Welder with expertise in pulse arc welding. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in naval shipyard environments, utilizing various welding techniques including MIG, flux-core, and pulse arc welding.
Responsibilities
• Perform multi-pass, all position fillet and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P processes.
• Work in physically demanding environments such as shipboard and sub-assemblies, climbing ladders and staging.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations in the shipbuilding industry.
• Conduct Air Carbon Arc Gouging and ensure proficiency in using fillet and butt weld gauges.
• Pass all position, multi-pass butt weld qualification tests according to MIL-STD-248D standards.
Essential Skills
• Proficiency in SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P welding processes.
• Experience in physically demanding environments.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• Capability to perform Air Carbon Arc Gouging.
• Ability to accurately use welding gauges.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Experience in confined spaces on naval ships and shop environments.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Welding qualification tests in various positions as per industry standards.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic work environment that challenges your skills and offers opportunities for growth in a vital industry. Our commitment to safety and excellence provides a platform for professional development and career advancement.
Work Environment
The work environment is physically demanding, requiring candidates to operate in confined spaces on naval ships and in shop settings. The role involves climbing up and down ladders and stairs, demanding a high level of physical fitness and adaptability.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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.
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