Field Welder (Traveling)

Employment Type: Full-time, Hourly

Compensation: Competitive, negotiable depending on experience

Location: Traveling to project sites throughout the United States

Great Basin Industrial is seeking experienced Field Welders to join our traveling construction team. This position performs high-quality welding on aboveground storage tanks, structural steel, piping, and other industrial components at project sites across the United States. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and takes pride in producing quality workmanship while working in a fast-paced industrial construction environment. Travel is required, and projects may involve extended schedules depending on customer and project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and other welding processes as required by project specifications.
• Weld structural steel, storage tanks, piping, and miscellaneous metal components in accordance with approved welding procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication details.
• Prepare materials for welding by cleaning, fitting, grinding, and aligning components.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet quality and safety standards.
• Operate welding machines, torches, grinders, and other hand and power tools safely.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all company housekeeping standards.
• Comply with all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Work effectively with supervisors, fitters, laborers, and other trades to complete projects on schedule.
• Travel to project sites throughout the United States and work extended hours as required.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of field welding experience in industrial construction, structural steel, or storage tank construction.
• Demonstrated proficiency with SMAW (Stick) welding; additional welding processes as required by project.
• Ability to pass applicable welding tests and certifications required for assigned projects.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to designated reporting locations.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively for project assignments.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment and client-required screenings, including drug testing when required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience welding aboveground storage tanks.
• Experience with structural steel erection or industrial piping.
• Current AWS or other applicable welding certifications.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction certification.
• NCCER credentials.
• Experience operating aerial lifts, forklifts, or other construction equipment.
• Ability to perform basic layout, fitting, and fabrication tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands (Field)

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods (8-12+ hour shifts).
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for prolonged periods.
• Reach overhead and work with arms extended.
• Climb ladders, scaffolding, and structures up to 70 feet above ground.
• Work in confined spaces and at elevated heights when required.

Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily outdoors on active industrial construction sites.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, and precipitation.
• Exposure to welding fumes, dust, noise, and other industrial hazards.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times.
• Frequent travel and overnight stays are required based on project assignments.

Schedule Requirements

• Ability to work extended hours, including overtime, weekends, night shifts, or swing shifts as needed to meet project schedules and customer requirements.

This position requires the ability to perform all essential job functions safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO) - accrues starting day one!
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Per Diem Allowance for qualifying out-of-town work (meals & lodging support)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Why You’ll Love GBI

We live our values:

• DRIVEN: Find a Way to Win

  (Passionate. Accountable. Humbly Confident.)

• BUILDING: Build People, Teams & America

  (Learn. Share. Grow.)

• EXCELLENCE: Skillfully Execute, Solve Problems & Stand Firm

  (Self Discipline + Proven Process = Winning.)

• TOGETHER: Ride for the Brand

  (People First. Straight Talk. Honest Work.)

We have an award-winning workplace culture!

• Utah Top Workplace - 2025
• Austin Top Workplace 2025
• USA Today Top Workplace - 2024 & 2025

We Reward Loyalty

• All-expenses-paid 5 & 20-year anniversary trips, milestone bonuses, and exclusive celebration perks that recognize your commitment.

GBI People & Culture Statement:

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our associates. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

We are a drug-free workplace.