Traveling MIG Welder

Traveling MIG Welder

Dallas, United States

Company
Tradesmen International, Inc.
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Description:

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Traveling MIG Welders for projects located in the Milwaukee, WI area. This is a first shift opportunity, and the pay rate is $24/hour based on experience plus $100/day per diem for Travelers 60+ miles from the job site. If all hours are met the minimum weekly earned will be $2,140. If you are a Welder and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

Job Scope:
• MIG welding
• Weld I-beams, frames & fuel tanks in flat/overhead positions
• Weld sheet metal from 10 gauge up to 1 inch
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, grind or bolt component parts
• Weld, position & secure work pieces using hoist cranes, wire & banding machines or hand-tools
• Inspect products/equipment for defects/malfunctions

Requirements:
• Must pass various weld test, competency test, math test, drug screen and physical
• Must be able to run one bead over side without stopping
• Must be able to read measuring devices
• Must have GMAW, MIG/MAG experience

Company Details:

Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.

Our comprehensive benefits include:
• Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
• Vacation Pay
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

“Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, please call or visit your closest Tradesmen office to verify the request.

Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website.
Location: US-TX-DALLAS
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

Q What is the projected median annual wage for welders in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in the United States is $52,500, or $25.24 per hour, as of 2026. Entry-level welders start at approximately $38,000 annually, while experienced ones earn up to $68,000. Wages are highest in manufacturing states like Louisiana at $28.50 per hour.
Q What visa do foreign welders need to work legally in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign welders typically require an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural work, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 66,000 visas plus up to 64,716 supplemental. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL proving no US workers available, valid for up to 12 months. Processing fee is $460 per petition as of 2026.
Q What are the minimum education and experience requirements for welder jobs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders need a high school diploma or GED and completion of a 6,000-hour apprenticeship program averaging 2 years. No prior experience is required for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 18. Vocational training from DOL-registered programs provides the necessary skills in MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
Q What documents are required to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants need a high school diploma or GED, proof of age 18+, driver's license, Social Security number, and resume listing any metalworking experience. Submit online via Apprenticeship.gov portal with sponsor-specific forms. Background check and drug test are standard, processed within 30 days.
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