Structural Flux Core Welder/Fitter $34/HR $105PD $130 travel In
Job Title: Structural Flux Core Welder / Fitter
Location: Chester, PA
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Night Shift)
Schedule: 14 Days Straight (12-hour shifts)
Start: ASAP
Position Overview
We are seeking 8 experienced Structural Flux Core Welders for an industrial project in Chester, PA. This is a night shift opportunity working 12-hour shifts for 14 consecutive days.
Candidates must be proficient in flux core welding using E71T-1 wire on steel. There are also over 100 plates to be fitted and stick welded, so that specific experience is a HUGE plus.
This job requires a respirator and Tyvek suit (both provided) while working in the boiler room specifically
Key Responsibilities
- Perform FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) using E71T-1 wire
- Stick welding and fitting steel plates a HUGE plus
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Read and interpret structural drawings and layout prints
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Fit-up, tack, align, and weld structural components to specification
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Perform overhead, vertical, and horizontal welds as required
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Work in boiler room environments with PPE requirements
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Follow all site-specific safety protocols
Required Qualifications
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Proven experience with flux core welding (E71T-1)
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Structural stick welding and fitting experience preferred
- Ability to pass on-site drug test
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Experience working in industrial environments
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Ability to work 12-hour night shifts for 14 consecutive days
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Physically capable of working in confined and elevated areas
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Willing to wear respirator and Tyvek suit in boiler room conditions
Preferred:
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Stick (SMAW) structural welding experience
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Additional structural layout and fitting experience
Compensation & Travel
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Pay Rate: $34/hour
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Per Diem: $105/day (paid all days worked)
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Travel Pay: $130 one-time travel pay to Chester, PA
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12-hour shifts (7 PM – 7 AM)
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14 consecutive workdays
Site Requirements
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Drug test on-site first day
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Respirator fit test required
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Tyvek suit required when working in boiler room
Ideal Candidate
This position is best suited for a production-driven structural welder/fitter who:
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Is confident welding with E71T-1 flux core
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Has strong structural fit-up ability
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Can handle physically demanding night shifts
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Is comfortable in industrial boiler environments
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Understands safety compliance and PPE requirements
This is a strong short-term opportunity for experienced structural welders looking for consistent night shift hours and competitive pay.