Traveling Structural Welder

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Traveling Structural Welder – Overnight Commercial Projects

Wood Air Conditioning & Plumbing

Build Big. Travel. Get Paid Well for Your Skill.

Wood Air Conditioning & Plumbing, a leading commercial HVAC and plumbing contractor, is hiring experienced Structural Welders to join our traveling overnight construction crew supporting large-scale retrofit and new construction projects inside major commercial retail facilities.

If you're a skilled welder who enjoys traveling, working nights, and tackling large structural installs, this role offers steady work, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work on major commercial projects across the region.

Our welders play a key role in fabricating and installing structural steel supports for large commercial HVAC systems in active retail environments.

What We Offer

Competitive Weekly Pay

Full Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with industry-leading match (6% contribution = 4% company match)
  
  

Paid Time Off

• Up to 20 days PTO based on experience
• Paid holidays
  
  

Career Stability

• Long-term work with a growing commercial contractor
• Opportunity to expand welding certifications (company-paid)
  
  

What You’ll Do

Structural Welding

• Weld structural steel components using SMAW (Stick) and FCAW (Flux-Core)
• Perform welds in vertical, overhead, and flat positions following AWS D1.1 standards
  
  

Blueprint Interpretation

• Read and interpret structural blueprints, shop drawings, and installation plans
  
  

Fit-Up & Assembly

• Align and position steel components using hoists, clamps, jacks, and tack welding
  
  

Quality Control

• Inspect welds to ensure strength, safety, and compliance with project specifications
• Repair or correct weld defects when necessary
  
  

Equipment Operation

• Operate cutting torches, plasma cutters, grinders, and welding machines
• Maintain welding equipment and tools
  
  

Safety

• Follow strict OSHA and company safety procedures
• Work safely in elevated positions, confined spaces, and active construction environments
  
  

Experience

What We’re Looking For

• 2 years of structural welding experience in commercial construction or heavy industrial work
  
  

Welding Skills

• Strong proficiency with Stick (SMAW)
• Experience with Flux-Core (FCAW) or MIG (GMAW) preferred
  
  

Certifications

• AWS D1.1 certification preferred (company will assist with certification if needed)
  
  

Travel Availability

• Willingness to travel for projects and work overnight shifts
  
  

Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Welding school or trade program a plus
  
  

About Wood Air Conditioning & Plumbing

For decades, Wood Air Conditioning & Plumbing has been a trusted provider of commercial HVAC and plumbing services. Our teams support major national retailers and commercial clients—including large-scale projects for companies like Walmart.

We pride ourselves on quality craftsmanship, safety, and building long-term careers for skilled tradespeople.

Join Our Team

If you’re an experienced structural welder who takes pride in quality work and wants steady projects with a traveling crew, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and start building something big with Wood Air.