Welder I – IV (depending on experience) (4 x 10-hour workdays Monday - Thursday) This position is located in our Bellingham, WA facility Join the Birdon team and help ensure USCG boats are safe and reliable! Our welders are an integral piece of our work on a daily basis. Some of your daily functions will include: • Producing welded assemblies from fabricated components per custom or stock specifications • Welding in a variety of metals using a combination of MIG, TIG and ARC welding techniques • Positioning and aligning fits and welds using common weld shop tooling (jigs, welding equipment and hand tools) • Resolving problems using established procedures and common sense • Creating solutions, procedures and policies while working with various departments • Understanding of assigned work order/stag requirement and goals If you have at least 1 years’ experience as a welder, possess a High School Diploma or GED and successfully completed certification to minimum of 2 WPS, we want to talk to you! Birdon is committed to the HEALTH and SAFETY of our workforce and to the ENVIRONMENT we expect this same commitment from all employees. Birdon America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Know Your Rights The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing hr@birdon.us. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact hr@birdon.us for further assistance.
See More Details >>SUMMARY The Welder/Iron position is responsible for joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques, in flat and vertical positions. It is also responsible for processing Iron jobs with a hydraulic cutter/punch, multiple types of saws, and supporting the Paint department as needed. Position Responsibilities: • Interpret engineering drawings to determine the appropriate welding process. • Visually inspects welds to specifications. • Use PPE and safe practices as required. • Maintain a clean and organized work area. • Accurate and timely entry of hours worked on jobs assigned. • Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. • Maintain accurate inventory on raw materials; notify lead when time to order. • Operate hydraulic cutter, punch, and press. • Operate cold saw and bandsaw. • Support the Paint department as needed. • Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications: • Commitment to company values. • Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the welding field. • Proficient with Mig welding equipment. • Ability to identify materials and select appropriate filler metal. • Proficient in the use of power and hand tools, and fixtures. • Ability to read blueprints and understand weld symbols. • Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math, including understanding fractions. • Basic computer skills. • Problem solving skills. • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment. • Ability to be fit tested for a respirator. • Requires a high school diploma or it's equivalent. • Requires 2-5 years of experience in welding and/or related A.A.S. degree. Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works indoors and on the factory floor. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in the office and can be loud on the factory floor. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing. The employee must frequently lift or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.50 - $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Shift: • 10 hour shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Summary: Express Employment Professionals is hiring a TIG Welder for a company in Bellingham! This company offers competitive benefits and a 4-day work week! The right person for this role would be dependable, hardworking, and looking for growth! Pay: • $19.00/HR to $23.00/HR DOE Schedule: • Day Shift 6:00 AM-4:30 PM Monday-Thursday Location: • Bellingham, WA Job Duties & Responsibilities: • Fit, assemble, and weld sheet metal assemblies using hand tools and welding equipment • Operate GTAW, GMAW, and RSEW welding machines, air and electric powered hand tools, non-powered hand tools, 2-ton overhead hoist • Interpret engineering drawings and work instruction documents to determine appropriate assembly and welding process • Visually inspect completed welds guided by AWS D9.1 sheet metal welding code • Use belt sanders, abrasive-charged wheels, fixtures, foot or hand presses, files, scrapers, and other tools as required • Inspect completed work for acceptable aesthetic finishes, grain, and sharp edges • Use production software to track work, report parts used, any scrap created, and report completed quantities accurately • Determine speeds, feeds, and operation sequence or set up pursuant to speeds, etc., from drawings or other written specifications Requirements • Minimum of 1 year of experience in welding • Ability to read blueprints and understand welding symbols • Proficient in welding equipment • Ability to weld mild steel and 7 up to 14-gauge stainless steel Competitive Benefits Offered by this Company: • Flexible spending account • AD&D Insurance • Bereavement Leave • Dental Insurance • Health Insurance • Life Insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision Insurance Benefits Available to Eligible Express Associates: -Medical Plan -Dental Plan -Holiday Pay (6 observed days) -401(K) Retirement Savings Plan -Vision/Eyewear Plan -Life Insurance -Prescription Drug Reimbursement -Short Term Disability -Referral Bonus of $200.00 for every successful referral -Weekly Pay -Direct Deposit -Visa Cash Card Express offers a $200.00 CASH referral bonus for every successful referral- Ask us for more details! For confidential consideration, we offer several ways to apply: -Call or text our office at 360-734-2457 for an immediate phone interview. -Complete an online application on our website: www.expresspros.com/apply -Email your resume to: Keeley.Patrick@expresspros.com -Come by our office and talk to one of our Employment Specialists: 4164 Meridian Street, Ste 200, Bellingham, WA 98226 About Express Employment Professionals: When you choose Express Employment Professionals for your employment search, you gain access to a network of top local companies and the support of our experience in hiring professionals who specialize in recruiting. Your education, skills, and experience are matched with the short-term, contract, and full-time positions our client companies have hired Express to recruit for. This is a FREE service for all job seekers! Express has a wide range of jobs that meet employment goals, including Administrative, Professional, Skilled Trades, and Commercial positions. Our Industrial Division is always recruiting for: Warehouse Workers Order Picker Shipping/Receiving Forklift Operators Movers Drivers Production Assistant Assembler Merchandiser Food Processing Manufacturing Production Assembly For a complete list of all open positions: Visit https://www.expresspros.com/bellinghamwa Follow us on Facebook@ Express Employment Professionals- Bellingham Follow us on Instagram@ Expressbellingham! Follow our jobs on our App@ Expresspros.com/ExpressJobs
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.
