Description Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Bridgeport, CT. Most positions are first shift with a pay scale based on experience & skill level. If you are a Welder and want to work alongside other proven Craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior workmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job Scope: • MIG, TIG, Stick & Structural Welding • Air Arc • Repair Welding • Pipe & Mechanical • Flat/Vertical Carbon Steel Requirements: • * Basic Tools for the Trade • Proper PPE must be worn: Have your own Hood and Gloves/Leathers Company Details Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: • Vacation Pay • Health insurance • 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan • Incentive programs • Tool purchase programs & MORE! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website. Recruiter NameJaime FinnicumLocationUS-CT-BRIDGEPORT Skills: 401k Plan, Steel Industry, Welding About the Company: Tradesmen International, Inc.
See More Details >>Fabricate and weld light gauge (18-24 ga.) ductwork and fittings for use in industrial ventilation, dust and fume collection and related industries. • Fabricate (cut, roll, spot, bead) galvanized sheet metal fittings, including necessary layouts, requiring basic math skills and well as attention to detail. • Run and maintain sheet metal machines, including CNC seam welder, stitch welder, spiral pipe machine and plasma cutter. • MIG/TIG welding of light gauge material (18 Gauge – 24 Gauge). • Clean and prepare components for shipment and stock finished materials. • Operate material handling equipment (including forklift). • Team player with ability to assist other shop employees, as necessary.
See More Details >>Purpose/Scope: To provide general construction labor tasks, in an efficient and safe manner, as part of a welding for precast panels. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Completes general construction labor tasks necessary to caulk precast concrete panels • Takes work direction from welding crew foreperson • May perform work of a miscellaneous nature as directed by foreperson • Uses materials/supplies in an efficient manner • Handles equipment in a responsible manner • Follows established safety procedures and policies Basic Qualifications: • 3G & 4G Certified Welder • AWS Certification Other Required Qualifications: • Ability to carry out simple and complex verbal instructions • Ability to work well with others and maintain professional conduct at all times • Ability to work from ladders and aerial work platforms above 20 ft • Ability to obtain membership to local Laborers union • General knowledge of construction practices • Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation • Ability to travel extensively (50% of the time or more, including overnights) and work overtime as needed Preferred Qualifications: • 2+ years of construction or manual labor experience • High school diploma or equivalent Physical Requirements: • Field: Must be able to traverse uneven ground, move minimum of 50lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, climb on a flatbed semi-trailer Work Environment: • Field: All types of weather conditions (year-round, Mid-west and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Bridgeport, CT, often begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 179 welders in Bridgeport, CT, with a median wage of $340.75 per week. Trade schools, welding unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and job stability.
