Becoming a welder in Lafayette, IN typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing hands-on skills and preparing individuals for certification exams. According to the American Welding Society, the welding industry is experiencing significant demand, with approximately 320,500 new welding professionals needed by 2029. In Lafayette, IN, welders can earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $50,000 annually. Training programs, apprenticeships, and industry certifications are available through technical schools and welding associations, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
Job Title: Experienced Welder Location: Lafayette, Indiana (Advanced Power Technologies) Position Type: Full-Time Job Description: We are looking for a highly skilled Welder with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a job shop environment. This role involves working with structural and heavy steel, as well as light gauge welding and grinding. The ideal candidate will possess strong fabrication skills and the ability to read and interpret blueprints effectively. Responsibilities: • Weld mild steel assemblies using MIG welding equipment in accordance with standardized procedures. • Perform TIG welding tasks; experience with TIG is preferred but not required. • Read and interpret technical documents and drawings, including complex blueprints. • Layout complex weldments without the aid of fixtures and perform welding in all positions. • Assess and repair welded surfaces, structures, and components to ensure they meet specifications. • Adhere to safety regulations and maintain a clean and safe workspace. Qualifications: • Minimum 3 years of experience in a job shop environment. • Proficiency in MIG welding; TIG welding is a plus. • Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and measure accurately using a tape measure. • High school diploma or equivalent; professional certifications such as a welding certificate or certified welder credentials are highly desirable. • Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs or more. • Must be able to pass an in-house weld test. Benefits: • Competitive salary based on experience. • Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and optional dental insurance. • Paid time off and holidays. How to Apply: Please submit your resume along with a cover letter and any relevant certifications to [email protected] . We encourage all candidates who meet the qualifications to apply. Join our team and help us continue to provide top-quality metal fabrication services! Why Join Us? Our team is dedicated to high standards of quality and safety. We invest in our employees through ongoing on-job training and development to ensure everyone can achieve their best. We are excited to welcome a new member who is ready to take on challenging projects and grow their career with us. Apply today and become a key part of our dynamic team! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • Day shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Overview Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Lafayette, IN. Most positions are first shift with a pay scale of up to $32/hour 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 Qualifications 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.
See More Details >>Welder Foreman Location: Lafayette, Indiana Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, active primarily in Continental Europe, Northwest Europe, North America, and the Middle East. With over 4,500 skilled employees in North America, Bilfinger delivers its services across multiple industries that include petrochemical, oil & gas, consumer goods, energy and utilities, and government services. Bilfinger has offices in 40 states, and our project portfolio covers the entire value chain from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, maintenance, plant expansion, and turnarounds to environmental technologies and digital applications. We have over 100 years of industrial experience on projects as small as $500 and as large as $40M, performed in every time zone of the United States. This position will permanently join metal parts, such as pipe or metal plates as specified by layout, blueprints, work orders, welding procedures or oral instructions through the application of heat or electric arc-welding equipment. This is accomplished by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities. Duties and Responsibilities: • Safety is a priority, employee must understand construction risks and bring them to the attention of their supervisor. • Selects equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining weld shrinkage, and welding techniques. • Welds components in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions. • Bolts, clamps, and tack welds parts to secure in position for welding. • Sets up equipment and welds parts using arc, gas shielding arc, automatic wire feed, or gas welding equipment. • May repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts using cutting torch and hand tools. • Operates cutting equipment including torches and various power and hand tools. • Determines required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques. • Removes slag and rough spots with a portable grinder, file, or scraper. • Welds pipe and pipe assembly components of all kinds, sizes, and alloys, such as carbon steel and stainless steel using GTAW (TIG) and SMAW (Stick Rod) welding procedures. • Inspects and maintains gas equipment, including changing gauges, repairing hoses, etc. • Disconnects, removes, replaces, and connects oxygen and acetylene bottles. • Works with different types and sizes of materials. • Must be able to TIG and stick weld on stainless and/or carbon (pipe size and material welded varies per site). • Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws. • Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements. • Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures. • Load, transport, and unload tools, equipment, and supplies. • Assist in lifting, positioning, and securing of material and work pieces during assembly. • Perform minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment. • Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. • Perform other duties as requested. Basic Qualifications: • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in welding carbon and stainless. • Must pass weld test as determined per site requirements. • Must be proficient in reading blueprint and isometric drawings. • Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills required. • Willingness to travel. • Must wear PPE in designated areas. • Must be able to work at heights. • Must be able to work under pressure. • Must be able to work individually and in a team. • Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements listed below in harsh and/or stressful conditions. Physical Requirements • Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. • Ability to reach with arms and use tools above/over the head. • Ability to perform repetitive movements. • Ability to use hands to grasp. • Ability to stand (for extended periods of time), walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist. • Ability to sit, balance and climb ladders, scaffolds, and other objects. • Ability to carry tools. • Ability to move in and around confined and cluttered places and uneven areas. • Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift in all weather and temperature extremes. • Vision adequate to perform all required tasks. NON-UNION . Bilfinger Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Fraudulent employment offers We are aware that fraudulent employment offers are being transmitted via email by people claiming to be employees or representatives of Bilfinger. Prospective candidates are provided job descriptions and employment letters and are asked to complete and return employment information forms as well as official tax forms. These job offers may look genuine and could include names of Bilfinger legal entities, Bilfinger executives, their signatures, seals of “authenticity”, the Bilfinger brand and logo. Please be advised that these communications are FRAUDULENT and are NOT sent from anyone within or affiliated with Bilfinger. These email messages are a scam and should be treated as such. Bilfinger does not make job offers via social media, unsolicited email or without personally interviewing candidates first. We never send you cheques in order to pay contractors to set up a home office. Never send money or pass on personal details to anyone suggesting they can provide employment with Bilfinger, and never reply to an email address that does not end in @bilfinger.com. If you receive such a message, you are advised to contact your local law enforcement agency and provide any details you may have. You also may forward the messages to [email protected]. 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