Join All American Marine as a Full Time Experienced Aluminum Welder/Fabricator for the Level 2 position in Bellingham, WA, where your skills will be valued and your contributions will directly impact innovative marine projects. This onsite position offers the chance of working alongside a dedicated team passionate about high-quality craftsmanship and solid teamwork. You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, Equipment Stipend, participation in the SHARE Plan (Bonus), Tuition Assistance and Tool Allowance. Discover the opportunity to grow your skills in a high-performance environment where integrity and safety are paramount. Be a part of a company that truly appreciates its Aluminum Welder/Fabricators and experience a culture of humility and support while advancing your career. We have a family atmosphere with family values and encourage a healthy work/life balance. Please see our full Job Description attached for details on skills and qualifications required for the Aluminum Welder/Fabricator - Level 2 position. The hourly pay ranges from $25.00 to $32.00 depending on experience. The typical schedule for this position is Monday-Thursday, 6am-4:30pm and overtime when required. All American Marine: Our Story For over 30 years, All American Marine (AAM) has set the standard in custom aluminum vessel manufacturing, delivering innovative marine solutions tailored to meet the most demanding needs. Located in the maritime hub of Bellingham, WA, AAM specializes in designing and building advanced, fuel-efficient boats for commercial, research, and passenger transportation. What it's like to be an Aluminum Welder/Fabricator at All American Marine As an Aluminum Welder/Fabricator, you will play a crucial role in delivering top-tier marine vessels. You will interpret assembly drawings, demonstrate your proficiency in MIG and TIG welding to meet visual and QA standards. Your skills will be essential in balancing overall quality and productivity. The position requires you to fabricate and weld pipe assemblies, such as handrails and arches, while accurately performing single hit bends on brakes. With the ability to work independently, you will layout parts and assemblies, operate large shop equipment safely, and projects are done effectively and efficiently. Join us and contribute your expertise to our innovative projects in Bellingham, WA. What you need to be successful To qualify as a full time Aluminum Welder/Fabricator at All American Marine, candidates must possess a minimum of two years of aluminum welding experience, alongside strong fabricating and fitting skills. Knowledge and skills required for the position are: • Minimum of 2 years aluminum welding/fabricating experience • Mig/Tig welds to meet visual and QA standards • Receive instructions and drawings for tasks specific to a job as assigned by weld/fab supervisor and leads. • Plan details of working procedures to accomplish task and plan out tool and material requirements. • Fabricates parts by cutting, grinding, and welding aluminum. Work using welding techniques and appropriate welding equipment. • Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded. Sets up, assembles, and tacks weld parts. • Safely uses shop equipment to cut assemblies and material to size and shape. • Performs all functions in a careful and safe manner, always being observant for others in the area. • Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly. • Able to lift and carry 50 lb. loads up and down steps; work at heights; work in confined spaces. • Successfully pass the required AAM weld skills test • Able to work in a team-oriented environment • Ability to follow directions, work independently at times and be a self-starter Ready to join our team? If you feel that you are right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you! Location: 98225
See More Details >>Welder/Fabricator Local Structural Steel and Architectural Metal Shop is seeking a journeyman welder. FCAW WABO certification preferred. Minimum 2 years of welding experience Must have experience in layout and blueprint reading Experience with general steel working tools Be able to work independently or part of a team Follow instructions and procedures. Lifting requirement of 50 pounds Must be able to pass weld test, background check and drug screen. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $27.00 - $37.00 per hour Experience: • Welding: 2 years (Required) • Fabrication: 2 years (Required) License/Certification: • WABO (Required) Shift availability: • Day Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: • Bellingham, WA 98226 (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Summary Innotech Process Equipment, located in Bellingham, WA, is looking for experienced stainless-steel welder / fabricators. Innotech designs and builds rugged, high quality, food processing equipment for the small fruit, seafood, meat, and vegetable industries. What We Offer: • Competitive pay • Excellent benefits package • Modern facility • Great work environment • Late model Miller welders • CNC brake • CNC Waterjet • CNC Router • Company BBQ’s and events • Opportunities to grow and advance within the company What we ask from you: • 1-year minimum Stainless Steel TIG welding experience • Mild Steel welding experience • Strong metal, materials and tool knowledge • Strong fabrication skills • Read and understand shop drawings • Self-starter, mature and competent • Work without constant supervision • Work overtime as needed • US citizenship or be authorized to work in US Strong consideration will be given to those with the following experience: • WABO certified • Experience with process equipment fabrication • Experience with aluminum • AutoCAD or Solidworks knowledge • Shop maintenance skills • Read and understand shop drawings Candidates MUST have recent stainless TIG and MIG experience and will be tested for both weld quality and fabrication skills. Responsibilities Our welder/fabricators must be able to cut/fit/weld their projects with minimum supervision. You must be proficient with an Iron Worker, Shear, Press Brake, Power hand tools. We are a drug-free team. If you have excellent work ethic, are honest, trustworthy, we would like to hear from you. Final candidates are required to take a pre-employment drug test. These positions are full-time (40 hours per week). We offer overtime at various times throughout the year as projects require. Competitive Pay DOE Benefits Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $27.00 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Bellingham, WA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders in the U.S., with Bellingham offering numerous entry points across diverse industries. The median annual wage for welders is $45,190, with experienced professionals earning over $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
