Description: Core Industrial Maintenance is looking for an experienced TIG Welder to join our talented team of skilled tradespeople. We are looking for someone that understands multiple different types of welding techniques and proper applications of those skills in an industrial setting. This position will require the Welder to work in a variety of environments and frequent travel to customer sites. • Perform welding and soldering tasks to join metal components together • Read and interpret blueprints to determine welding specifications • Assemble and fabricate metal structures using various welding techniques • Use rigging equipment and cranes to position and secure large metal pieces • Perform pipe threading and welding for plumbing and construction projects • Conduct inspections of welded joints to ensure quality and accuracy • Operate machinery and tools for cutting, grinding, and machining metal • Use calipers and other measuring instruments to ensure precise measurements Requirements: • High School Diploma or Equivalent • Minimum of 3 years TIG Welding experience in an industrial setting • Knowledge of industry standard concepts, practices, and procedures
See More Details >>Combo Pipe Welder Job Skills: • Must be able to observe and recognize problems during the welding process and adjust the speed, voltage, amperage, or feed of the rod • Must be able to read and interpret prints and plans • Must be able to use tools properly • Must be able to weld both carbon steel and stainless steel pipe • Must be able to do basic math • Must be able to make precise measurements • Use stick, mig, tig, and flux core welding techniques to weld various components in varying positions Experience and Requirements: • Combo Pipe Welding in an industrial setting is preferred • OSHA Approved Met-Guard boots (annual company allowance provided) • Must be able to weld and pass qualification test coupons during the pre-employment test • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
See More Details >>Key Responsibilities • Perform GTAW (TIG), on materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, and other exotic alloys interviewguy.com+12weldinginfo.org+12talentify.io+12reddit.com+4interviewguy.com+4energyjobline.com+4. • Achieve tight dimensional tolerances (e.g., ±0.005″–0.030″ or better), interpreting GD&T symbols and precision weld maps energyjobline.com. • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) in compliance with AWS D17.1 and applicable DoD or NAVSEA welding standards reddit.com+13fvmt.com+13energyjobline.com+13. • Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment, including orbital welding systems, jigs, fixtures, and aids to control heat distortion interviewguy.com+15themuse.com+15tealhq.com+15. • Conduct weld inspections using NDT methods (e.g., Xray, visual, FPI) and maintain accurate records of weld parameters, heat inputs, and inspection results energyjobline.com+1talentify.io+1. • Assist in developing and validating weld schedules, providing feedback to engineering teams to optimize performance and quality weldinginfo.org+2tealhq.com+2talentify.io+2. • Support NADCAP and customer audits by documenting and demonstrating compliance to aerospace quality and safety protocols reddit.com+15tealhq.com+15energyjobline.com+15. • Maintain meticulous housekeeping and adhere to 5S practices, PPE use, and all plant safety regulations energyjobline.com+1talentify.io+1. Qualifications & Certifications • Education: High school diploma or GED; technical training in Welding Technology, or equivalent experience. • Experience: • Minimum 5 years of welding experience in aerospace or defense environments, with demonstrated success on thin-walled and precision components reddit.com+15tealhq.com+15themuse.com+15. • Proven skill with thin materials (~.020″–.125″) and exotic alloys reddit.com+2energyjobline.com+2talentify.io+2. • Certifications: • AWS Certified Aerospace Welder to D17.1, or equivalent. • NAVSEA or company-specific aerospace/defense welding certification preferred reddit.com+12themuse.com+12weldinginfo.org+12. • Technical Skills: • Ability to read GD&T and blueprints. • Proficiency in precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.) spacecrew.com+1reddit.com+1energyjobline.com. • Strong knowledge of welding metallurgy for distortion control. • Familiarity with orbital or chamber welding setups reddit.com+14themuse.com+14reddit.com+14. • Soft Skills: • High attention to detail, manual dexterity, and concentration. • Effective collaboration with engineering and quality teams. • Good documentation habits and ability to support audits and inspections reddit.com+12fvmt.com+12tealhq.com+12lockheedmartinjobs.com+4interviewguy.com+4schwabind.com+4. Physical & Work Environment • Expect to lift and position materials up to ~50lbs, and weld in multiple positions including overhead and vertical energyjobline.com+5schwabind.com+5themuse.com+5. • Climate-controlled fabrication area—may involve noise, heat, and use of PPE. • Regular standing, bending, and fine manual tasks (fitting, grinding, measuring) required.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to quickly enter the workforce. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, preparing graduates for immediate employment. The American Welding Society reports approximately 771,000 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a steady demand for new welders. Apprentices in Columbus, MS, earn an average of $556.90 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $10,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and welding associations help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
