Becoming a welder in Wahpeton, ND, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, offering a blend of hands-on experience and classroom instruction. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders employed nationwide, with Wahpeton, ND, contributing to this robust workforce. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a steady growth in the welding sector, with estimates ranging from 2% to 3% annually. In Wahpeton, ND, welders earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $50,000 annually. Training programs, community colleges, and industry apprenticeships provide aspiring welders with the skills and certifications needed to enter this in-demand trade, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
Job Title: Welder Job Description The primary focus of this role is on the repair and fabrication of pipe, sheet, and structural assemblies in a manufacturing facility environment. Most of the work involves welding stainless steel or aluminum. You will sometimes work off of prints, but other times you will be creating your own builds. Responsibilities • Repair and fabricate pipe, sheet, and structural assemblies. • Perform stainless steel and aluminum welding. • Work off of prints or create own builds as needed. • Layout and fabricate new and replacement piping systems. • Install valves and related piping equipment. • Lay out, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications. • Tack-weld and weld components and assemblies using GTAW, SMAW, MIG, and gas welding processes. • Use plasma machine, acetylene torch, band saw, and cut-off machines to size material. • Use pipe threading and cutting machine to prep threaded pipe. Essential Skills • Expertise in food safety practices. • Proficiency in stainless steel welding. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints. • Mechanical aptitude. • Knowledge of pneumatics. • Experience in industrial maintenance. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience with layout and fabrication of piping systems. • Ability to install valves and related piping equipment. • Skilled in using various welding processes (GTAW, SMAW, MIG, gas welding). • Experience with plasma machines, acetylene torches, band saws, and cut-off machines. • Familiarity with pipe threading and cutting machines. Why Work Here? We offer paid drive time while on contract, ensuring you are compensated for your travel. Our team values a strong work-life balance and provides opportunities for overtime to help you maximize your earnings. Work Environment The work environment is an industrial processing building, which can be loud and hot. This position requires working in all areas of the building, including some outdoor work. You will generally work with one other person on major projects, but most preventive maintenance tasks are done independently. The hours are from 6 AM to 8 AM and consist of four 10-hour shifts from Monday to Thursday, with overtime available on Fridays. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wahpeton, North Dakota. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Wahpeton,ND. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Overview We are seeking a skilled Tig Welder to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding and fabrication, with the ability to work with various materials including sheet metal and pipes. This position requires attention to detail and adherence to industry codes and standards, ensuring high-quality workmanship in all projects. Here are just a few things you can expect to do daily: • Team member must be able to work in a team oriented and safety conscious environment. “Safety First” expectations include, but are not limited to, PJHA process, Observation process, and compliance with all company / site safety guidelines and procedures. • Assigned tasks list to include, but not limited to, repairs and preventive maintenance on tanks, vessels, piping systems and structural systems. • Rigging and lifting of equipment, tools, parts and assemblies in accordance with Rigging and Lifting policy • This position requires the employee to work without supervision. • Tasks also include layout and fabrication of new and replacement piping systems, as well as installation of valves and related piping equipment. Repairs and preventive maintenance to be performed in conformance with established standards. • Must have working knowledge of the following topics: blueprint reading, ability to draw and interpret isometric diagrams, be able to be certified to B31.1 and B31.3 Pipe Welding Code in 6-G position in carbon and stainless steel. Lay out, position, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications • Tack-welds and welds components and assemblies using GTAW, SMAW, MIG and gas welding processes. Use plasma machine, acetylene torch, band saw and cut off machines to size material. Use pipe threading and cutting machine to prep threaded pipe. • Observes tests on welded surfaces, such as hydrostatic, x-ray, and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications. Inspects grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments. Removes rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper. • Deciphers engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations. Develops templates and other work aids to hold and align parts. Identifies required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques. • Works from elevated areas such as ladders, platforms, scaffolding, etc. utilizing fall protection equipment as necessary to complete tasks. • Must be able to operate and have knowledge of simple and complex heavy industrial equipment such as forklifts, scissors lifts, boom lifts, and skid loaders. • Work in confined spaces • Must have the flexibility to work all shifts including holidays and weekends as demanded by the job. • Perform other tasks, including but not limited to mechanical repairs and maintenance, as assigned by Supervisor • Ensures compliance with all company / customer regulations, policies, and procedures. • Achieve performance expectations set forth as part of performance appraisals to include employee development planning. • Maintain personal tools required for your job to include an up to date documented personal tool list. Required tool listing to be supplied as part of employment. • Meet physical requirements of the job. Physical requirements of the job will be provided to you prior to employment. • Perform assigned tasks in a safe, effective, and efficient manner. • Accurate and timely administrative duties to include, but not limited to, time accounting and work order completion. • Special Note: This job description summarizes the duties of two types of welders. “Pipe Fitters” perform much of the preparation work while “Pipe Welders” are certified and perform the actual welding. We are currently seeking an individual who is certified, willing and able to perform the duties of both Pipe Fitter and Pipe Welder. What Makes Me Qualified? Don’t meet all of the requirements but are still interested in working for us? Please apply and we will review your resume for other roles! • Education: AA degree in Welding preferred, but not required • 2-5 years of Industrial Pipe Fitting, Pipe Welding and Repairs • 2+ years of education in industrial maintenance technologies preferred. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Vision insurance Shift: • 10 hour shift • Day shift • No nights License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>• Duties • Manual wire feed welding • Operate Robotic Welder • Operate Spot Welder • Inspect and measure parts • Physical Requirement: • Lift 40 pounds • Push/pull 60 pounds • 8-10 hours on your feet • Opportunities: • Learning to manipulate the robots and make programming adjustments • External training for welding theory and techniques • Program robots
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