Seeking a Traveling Electrical TIG Welder for a direct hire opportunity with our client based in Minneapolis, MN. Travel will be required up to 60%. Only candidates located in Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa, or Wisconsin will be considered.
This position offers full benefits including PTO, Medical, Dental and 401k!
Starting Pay: $35.10/hour after successful completion of the first three weeks of training. Pay increases upon completion of the Bus Duct Technician Apprenticeship Program.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, per diem (while traveling), and 100% employer-paid hotels, flights, and rental vehicles.
This role combines TIG welding with hands-on electrical field service at power generation facilities across the United States, including nuclear and non-nuclear power plants. You'll perform aluminum TIG welding while also inspecting, maintaining, refurbishing, and installing electrical bus duct systems.
Responsibilities:
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Perform aluminum TIG welding on horizontal and vertical pipe (1/8"–1" thickness)
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Complete approximately 80% electrical bus duct inspection, maintenance, installation, and refurbishment work
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Perform up to 20% TIG welding, depending on project requirements
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Inspect, clean, paint, silver plate, and refurbish bus duct systems
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Install bus duct systems, including rigging, alignment, and torquing
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Read blueprints and follow detailed procedures and safety standards
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Maintain accurate field documentation and job records
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Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe
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Collaborate with foremen and crew members while actively seeking feedback and guidance
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Complete required computer-based training and testing
Travel & Schedule-
Travel approximately 60% throughout the U.S.
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Assignments typically last 2–8 weeks, with some extending up to 3–6 months
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Emergency outage response is required, with the ability to mobilize within 24 hours (approximately 6–8 emergency calls per year)
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Expect extended schedules during outages, including 6-day/10-hour or 7-day/12-hour workweeks
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Day and night shifts are required based on project needs
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Workload is heaviest during the spring and fall outage seasons
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A REAL ID or valid passport is required for air travel
Qualifications:
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Minimum 2 years of TIG welding experience with aluminum or stainless steel (professional experience; school experience alone does not qualify)
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Welding certification from an accredited school preferred
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Valid driver's license
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OSHA 10 certification required before start date
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Comfortable working at heights and in confined industrial environments
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Willing to travel extensively
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Ability to become certified under company welding procedures, including SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW processes
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Ability to read blueprints and technical documents
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Basic computer proficiency
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Pre-Employment Requirements
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This is a safety-sensitive position supporting critical infrastructure and federal projects. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing:
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Criminal background check
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Drug screening (including marijuana)
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DOT physical and obtaining a DOT Medical Card
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Pre-placement physical examination
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Applicants must also be eligible to obtain unescorted access to nuclear power facilities.
Physical Requirements
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Frequently stand, walk, climb, crouch, and work in industrial environments
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Work in confined spaces and various weather conditions
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Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
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Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
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Travel extensively by air and vehicle
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Ability to pass all required medical screenings and physical examinations
If you are interested in learning more about this role, please submit your resume for immediate consideration!
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