Travel Welder/Fabricator Job at Aerotek, Port Arthur, TX

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  • Aerotek
  • Port Arthur, TX

Job Description

IMMEDIATELY Testing/Interviewing

Combo Welders/Fitters & Welders

Location: Hollywood, South Carolina

Employment Type: Contract to Hire

Compensation

  • Combo Welders & Fitters:$25–$26/hour + $150 Daily Per Diem

  • Welders:$22–$23/hour + $150 Daily Per Diem

  • $500 Production Bonus if goals are met

  • Travel Candidates Eligible for Per Diem for Up to One Year

Schedule & Shift Options

  • 10–15 Hours of Overtime Weekly

  • Night Shift: 4:30 PM – 3:00 AM, Monday–Thursday

  • OT Available Friday/Saturday

  • Must Be Willing to Travel to South Carolina for the Duration of the Contract

Company Overview

Join a nationally recognized leader in steel fabrication for the U.S. defense sector. We specialize in manufacturing critical components for naval applications—including aircraft carriers and submarines—contributing directly to the strength of our national defense. We foster a professional, safety-first environment where excellence is expected and rewarded.

Position Summary

We are actively seeking skilled and motivated Combo Welders & Fitters to support the fabrication of high-precision steel components for NAVSEA-related projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in flux core and pulse welding, strong fitting skills, and the ability to interpret detailed structural blueprints.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform flux core and pulse welding on large steel structures

  • Fit and align components to blueprint specifications

  • Interpret welding symbols and schematics accurately

  • Inspect welds for NAVSEA compliance

  • Use measuring tools (tape measures, framing squares, etc.)

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and productive work environment

Essential Skills & Qualifications

  • 3–5+ years experience in structural welding and fitting

  • Proficiency in flux core and pulse welding (required)

  • Strong blueprint interpretation skills

  • Ability to convert fractions to decimals down to 1/16" and 1/32"

  • Experience in shipyards or NAVSEA projects preferred

  • Familiarity with NAVSEA standards and welding codes is a plus

Assessment & Testing Requirements

  • 3G Flux Core Weld Test

  • 3G Pulse Weld Test

  • Blueprint Reading Assessment

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive pay + generous per diem

  • Weekly pay schedule

  • Opportunities for overtime and long-term assignments

  • Strong team culture built around safety, collaboration, and respect

  • Travel support for qualified candidates

  • Career growth in the defense manufacturing industry

Ready to Weld Your Future?

  • Apply today and spark your next big opportunity—because your skills deserve a job that’s just as strong as your welds. 🔩🔥

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 Port Arthur,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Daily paid, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Immediate start, Shift work, Night shift, Saturday,

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