MIG/TIG Welder Needed for Defense & Industrial Fabrication Projects | Norfolk, VA Join a team where your precision matters. We’re hiring MIG/TIG welders to support custom metal fabrication for defense, maritime, and industrial customers. You’ll work on mission-critical parts that require accuracy, discipline, and pride in every weld. Learn by doing, grow your skills, and contribute to high-spec work that makes a difference. If you’ve got MIG or TIG training, we’ve got real work—with tools, mentorship, and projects that matter. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role—ideal for welders who’ve completed trade school or gained basic shop experience and are ready to take the next step. You’ll weld to spec, follow safety procedures, and grow into more complex work as part of a mission-driven fabrication team committed to quality, performance, and real-world impact. 📄Job Type: Full-Time 💲 Pay: $18–$22 per hour (based on experience) 📍 Location: Norfolk Plant 🕒 Schedule Options | Available Shifts: Monday–Thursday Day Shift | 4x10 Monday–Thursday Afternoon Shift | 4x10 Monday–Thursday Evening Shift | 4x10 Tuesday–Friday Day Shift | 4x10 Tuesday–Friday Afternoon Shift | 4x10 Tuesday–Friday Evening Shift | 4x10 Friday–Sunday Weekend Shift | 3x12 🏭 About TST Fab & Machine TST Fab & Machine is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business based in Norfolk, Virginia, specializing in high-spec metal fabrication and machining for the defense, maritime, and industrial sectors. We are a mission-driven team known for precision, reliability, and responsiveness. Our welders play a direct role in shaping critical parts used in shipbuilding, infrastructure, and defense support systems. We take pride in delivering compliant, performance-ready work on time—and we’re looking for teammates who take the same pride in their craft. 🎯 Position Summary As a MIG/TIG Welder at TST, you’ll be part of a mission-focused team responsible for welding metal components and assemblies per technical drawings and customer specs. You’ll work with carbon steel, stainless, and aluminum, preparing materials, interpreting blueprints, and maintaining a clean, safe work area throughout each shift. You’ll grow your skills through hands-on learning and mentorship in a dynamic shop where every weld supports something bigger. 🔧Key Responsibilities • Perform MIG and/or TIG welding on metal components per job specifications • Read and interpret fabrication blueprints/drawings, welding symbols, and technical instructions; take accurate measurements to plan layouts and welding procedures • Determine appropriate welding equipment and methods based on material and project requirements • Set up components and prepare materials for welding, including cutting, grinding, fit-up, and layout • Cut materials to match measurements • Operate angle grinders and prep tools to prepare parts • Align and clamp components using calipers, rulers, and fixtures • Weld components using manual or semi-automatic processes in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead) • Inspect welded surfaces and structures to ensure quality and discover flaws • Ensure welds meet quality standards, contract specifications, and required tolerances • Work with shop leads to maintain job flow and meet production schedule deadlines • Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment • Maintain tools and equipment in proper working condition to ensure safe operation Skills & Experience • MIG and/or TIG welding - all levels of experience needed, preferably in a fabrication or manufacturing environment • Familiarity with additional welding equipment, processes and procedures (e.g., flux core, fit-up, basic fabrication) is a plus • Ability to read and interpret fabrication blueprints, welding symbols, and technical documents drawings • Skilled in the use of electrical and manual tools (e.g., grinders, saws, calipers, squares) • Basic understanding of welding tolerances, quality standards, and inspection procedures • Strong attention to detail, craftsmanship, and safety protocols • Willingness to wear appropriate PPE and follow all safety procedures • Reliable work ethic, punctuality, and communication skills • Trade school completion, welding apprenticeship, or equivalent hands-on training preferred • AWS certification or similar credentials are a plus (not required) • Reliable time management and communication skills • Proficient in English Why Join Our Team Competitive pay based on experience Flexible Schedule Options: 4x10 Day, 4x10 Evening, 4x10 Night, and Weekend Shifts $500–$1000 Employee Referral Bonus Company-paid medical insurance (employee only) Dental & vision benefits 401(k) with company match Opportunities for growth and advancement Supportive, safety-focused, veteran-owned workplace TST Fab & Machine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. 🔧 Ready to make your work count? Apply today. Join a company where your skills are trusted, your standards are respected, and your impact is real.
See More Details >>Colonial Welding LLC is looking for a Field Welder/Fabricator to join our team in Norfolk, VA. Job Summary: We are seeking skilled and safety-conscious field welders, with an excellent work ethic to join our team. As field personnel, you will be responsible for performing various welding tasks on job sites, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with project specifications. This is a hands-on role that requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work in challenging environments. Key Responsibilities: • Perform MIG, TIG, Stick (SMAW), and/or Flux-Core welding on structural steel, piping, and/or equipment components • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding procedures • Measure, cut, and fit metal components to specifications • Conduct inspections and quality checks on completed welds • Operate welding tools and equipment in field conditions • Follow all safety protocols and OSHA regulations • Collaborate with crew members and site supervisors to meet project deadlines • Travel to various job sites as required Requirements: • High school diploma or GED • 2+ years of field welding experience preferred • Proficient in MIG, TIG, Stick, and/or Flux-Core welding • Ability to pass welding tests (ASME/API/AWS certifications a plus) • Valid driver’s license, with good driving history and reliable transportation • Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in variable weather conditions • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety • Physical ability to lift heavy materials and work long hours if needed Preferred Qualifications: • Certified Welder (AWS, ASME, API) • Experience with pipe welding, structural fabrication, or industrial field work • Basic rigging and layout skills Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • Do you have a TWIC or DBIDS card? • Are you able to work overtime as required? Willingness to travel: • 75% (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>We have an exciting opportunity for Structural Welder Helper in Norfolk, VA with one of our Clients in the Ship Repair Industry. Responsibilities: • Load and unload trucks and other conveyances • Perform duties such as fire watch, assisting welders and technicians, running electrical cable on shore locations, onboard ships, and other vessels as needed • Move supplies and materials to proper locations by hand or hand trucks • Use basic power tools to include grinders and drills • Paint small areas as needed • Stack materials for storage • Collect refuse and salvageable materials • Move heavy pieces of office and shipboard furniture, machinery and equipment • Assist in installation of communications hardware • Complete various cleaning tasks to include sweeping, shoveling, mopping, scrubbing, and/or raking of ships, bulkheads, compartments, tanks, restroom and kitchen facilities, dry docks, railways, parking areas, and all other areas of company property • Choose appropriate tools and equipment for the completion of one’s duties. • Gather and deliver tools, products, and equipment to work site/shop for trade employees Hours: • 1st Shift – Starts at 6AM – may work 8,10 or 12 hour shifts • 2nd Shift – Starts at 3PM – may work 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts Pay: • Local Up to $16-$18/Hour depending on experience #ISS
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs can range from 6 to 18 months, depending on the pathway chosen. The American Welding Society projects 320,500 new welding professionals will be needed by 2029, with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Norfolk, VA, welders earn an average of $1,700 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $55,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships offer pathways to this skilled trade, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
