Sub Arc Welder

Description

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Sub Arc Welders for projects located in the Olean, NY area. This is a second shift opportunity, and the pay rate is $45/hour plus $125/day per diem for Travelers 60+ miles from the job site. Per diem is paid all 7 days of the week if you work the full schedule. If you are a Sub Arc 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

• Operate Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) equipment to weld structural bridge components in a fabrication shop
• Weld heavy plate, beams, girders, and bridge assemblies using Sub Arc processes
• Set and monitor wire feed, voltage, travel speed, and flux coverage to maintain proper penetration and bead profile
• Work from blueprints and WPS to complete production welds in accordance with AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years welding experience in a bridge fabrication shop
• Experience operating Sub Arc welding equipment on heavy structural steel
• Experience welding bridge components such as plate girders, stiffeners, and structural assemblies
• Execute welds in compliance with AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code standards
• Pass on-site 3G FCAW weld test subject to bend and X-ray inspection to meet NYS DOT requirements
• Pass 1G weld test using LT7 Sub Arc welding machine
• Ability to read and work from blueprints and WPS sheets with minimal supervision
• Experience with multi-pass welding on heavy plate and structural members
• Ability to consistently maintain weld quality that meets visual and NYS DOT requirements

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) profit-sharing savings plan

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

Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website. (http://www.tradesmeninternational.com)

Location

US-PA-COATESVILLE

Posted Date 2 weeks ago (3/23/2026 2:35 PM)

Req ID 2026-366005

Category Welder - Welder

Travel Yes

Job Board SPS Team

Location US-PA-COATESVILLE