Traveling Welding Opportunity

Traveling Welding Opportunity


Company
Nordic Solutions
Location
Dallas, TX
Salary
36–42 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Nationwide Traveling Welder

$38+/hr + Per Diem | Long- & Short-Term Assignments

100% Travel – United States

The Role

This is a fully travel-based position supporting critical manufacturing operations through extended, on-site deployments across the United States. Candidates must be open and willing to travel nationwide and remain on assignment for the duration of the client’s need.

Who We Are

Nordic Solutions is the connection between elite skilled tradespeople and high-end manufacturers. We partner with aerospace and advanced manufacturing companies nationwide to solve urgent staffing challenges, accelerate production, and execute complex, high-stakes projects.

As a Nordic Solutions welder, you’ll work in cutting-edge facilities across the country, tackle demanding work, and continually sharpen your skills. Our clients count on us for top-tier talent—and we take that responsibility seriously.

The Opportunity

We are seeking highly skilled MIG/TIG/Flux-Core/Stick/Submerged Arc Weldersfor nationwide traveling assignments.
• Pay: $38/hr and up (based on experience and project scope)
• Per Diem: $125–$180/day (location dependent, tax-free)
• Project Length: Open-ended (typically 6+ months)
• Travel Experience: Preferred, not required
• Commitment: Ability to stay on site as long as the client requires support

Required Experience

We are seeking highly skilled MIG / TIG / Flux-Core/Stick/Submerged Arc (GMAW, GTAW,FCAW, SMAW,SAW) welders with a minimum of 5 years of verifiable welding experience. The ideal candidate will have proven experience welding a wide variety of metals in multiple positions, and will be either currently or previously certified to:

ASME Section IX (U, R or PP)

AWS D17.1 (A, B or C)

API 1104

AWS D1.1

NAVSEA

Other AWS, ASME or API codes

Please note: Weld tests are frequently conducted by our customers at their site on day one or two of placement.

Key Responsibilities

Perform MIG, TIG, Flux-Core Stick or Submerged Arc welding in accordance with applicable welding procedures (WPS)

Fit up and weld components to required codes and specifications

Interpret and work from blueprints with weld symbols and technical drawings

Set up welding equipment and select proper materials filler metals set in WPS documents

Perform visual inspections and ensure weld quality meets code and customer requirements

Maintain accurate documentation and follow quality and safety standards

Work collaboratively with fabrication, quality, and engineering teams

Required Qualifications

Current or previous welding certification with the ability to recertify

Minimum 5 years of verifiable MIG, TIG, Flux-Core, Stick or Submerged Arc welding experience

Strong knowledge of welding codes, procedures, and quality standards

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols

Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials preferred

Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in aerospace, industrial, refinery or power generation environments

Familiarity with NDE requirements (VT, PT, MT, RT, UT)

Ability to weld in multiple positions

What We Do
• Provide skilled welders with open-ended projects nationwide
• Match your expertise to projects that truly need your skill set
• Maintain consistent communication through your recruiter and project manager
• Support you professionally and personally throughout each assignment

What We Don’t Do
• We don’t place you just to fill a seat
• We don’t staff labor disputes
• We don’t disappear after deployment

What We Provide
• Daily Per Diem: $125–$180 (tax-free)
• Overtime: Available based on client demand
• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.725/mile to the job site (paid on first paycheck)

What You Bring
• Willingness to travel nationwide, 100% of the time
• Ability to thrive in demanding manufacturing environments
• Professionalism, reliability, and pride in workmanship

As a Nordic Solutions employee, you represent our core values:

Grit | Honor | Intention | Quality | Collaboration | Agility

Benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Referral Program

If you’re a seasoned welder who wants challenging work, national travel, and projects that actually require your skill—this is the opportunity

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