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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Welder - Eco Air
Evapco is seeking applicants for a full-time Certified Pressure Boundary Welder position at our Lake View, IA location. The Certified Pressure Boundary Welder will work under general supervision and perform tube, header, and pipe connection welds/assembly. Follow and correctly execute both verbal and written work instructions and basic engineering drawings.
Essential Functions:
- Prepare all weld joints in accordance with B31.5 standards/directives
- Weld all joints in accordance with B31.5 standards/directives
- Clean and test all welded joints in accordance with B31.5 standards/directives
- Perform high-pressure testing on welded evaporator and eco-Air units and make weld repairs to joints as required, per B31.5 standards/directives
- Read and comprehend various engineering and production documents, drawings, and instructions
- Performs set-up and dimensional and visual inspection of parts, assemblies, and final product as directed
- Maintain accurate records/reports as directed
- Required to safely operate overhead cranes and jib boom hoists
- Perform housekeeping and basic PM duties as assigned
- Meet or exceed annual safety, quality (leak rate), and productivity (weld quantity/efficiency) success targets
- Participate in team and shop business problem-solving activities that include quality, safety, scrap reduction, and process improvements
- Attend training courses as directed by management. This could include traveling to other facilities for training
- Follow all related written and oral work instructions
- May perform other duties, as assigned
Required Qualification:
- Qualified as an Evapco Certified Pressure Boundary Welder per B31.5 standards
- A High School Diploma or GED Equivalent, is required
- Use, read, and comprehend a tape measure to within 1/32”, is required
- Use, read, and comprehend micrometers, dial calipers, and weld gauges
- Demonstrate the math ability to convert decimals to fractions & fractions to decimals
- Basic nomenclature and practical use of hand tools is required
- Reading and understanding engineering drawings and BOM’s, are required
- Bilingual (English/Spanish), is preferred
Evapco’s Summary of Pay & Benefits:
- The salary range will consist of base pay and most recent profit sharing bonus amounts
- Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program – we are an employee-owned company
- Profit Sharing Bonus – which is paid twice per year
- (k)larity Plan - Voluntary Employee Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Pay
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance equivalent to base salary, with option for Supplemental Life election
- Paid Sick Leave
- Long Term Disability
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Veteran
Job Title: Welder - Eco Air
Evapco is seeking applicants for a full-time Certified Pressure Boundary Welder position at our Lake View, IA location. The Certified Pressure Boundary Welder will work under general supervision and perform tube, header, and pipe connection welds/assembly. Follow and correctly execute both verbal and written work instructions and basic engineering drawings.
Essential Functions:
- Prepare all weld joints in accordance with B31.5 standards/directives
- Weld all joints in accordance with B31.5 standards/directives
- Clean and test all welded joints in accordance with B31.5 standards/directives
- Perform high-pressure testing on welded evaporator and eco-Air units and make weld repairs to joints as required, per B31.5 standards/directives
- Read and comprehend various engineering and production documents, drawings, and instructions
- Performs set-up and dimensional and visual inspection of parts, assemblies, and final product as directed
- Maintain accurate records/reports as directed
- Required to safely operate overhead cranes and jib boom hoists
- Perform housekeeping and basic PM duties as assigned
- Meet or exceed annual safety, quality (leak rate), and productivity (weld quantity/efficiency) success targets
- Participate in team and shop business problem-solving activities that include quality, safety, scrap reduction, and process improvements
- Attend training courses as directed by management. This could include traveling to other facilities for training
- Follow all related written and oral work instructions
- May perform other duties, as assigned
Required Qualification:
- Qualified as an Evapco Certified Pressure Boundary Welder per B31.5 standards
- A High School Diploma or GED Equivalent, is required
- Use, read, and comprehend a tape measure to within 1/32”, is required
- Use, read, and comprehend micrometers, dial calipers, and weld gauges
- Demonstrate the math ability to convert decimals to fractions & fractions to decimals
- Basic nomenclature and practical use of hand tools is required
- Reading and understanding engineering drawings and BOM’s, are required
- Bilingual (English/Spanish), is preferred
Evapco’s Summary of Pay & Benefits:
- The salary range will consist of base pay and most recent profit sharing bonus amounts
- Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program – we are an employee-owned company
- Profit Sharing Bonus – which is paid twice per year
- (k)larity Plan - Voluntary Employee Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Pay
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance equivalent to base salary, with option for Supplemental Life election
- Paid Sick Leave
- Long Term Disability
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Veteran
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Welder
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
A welding engineering or materials science degree directly supports an E-3 specialty occupation claim. If your Australian qualification is three years, gather transcripts and a credential evaluation showing U.S. bachelor's equivalency before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for welding or fabrication roles. Prior LCA history signals an employer already understands the E-3 sponsorship process and won't delay at the offer stage.
Find E-3 welding jobs through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to search Welder roles filtered by E-3 visa sponsorship. The platform surfaces employers with active sponsorship history so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with Australian visa requirements.
Clarify the specialty occupation framing early
Many welding postings list a degree as preferred rather than required, which can undermine an E-3 application. Confirm with the hiring manager that the role description explicitly requires a bachelor's degree in a related field before the LCA is filed.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA submission and consulate preparation. The LCA must be DOL-certified before your visa interview, and errors in the prevailing wage section are the most common cause of delays.
Time your consulate appointment around project start dates
E-3 consulate appointments in Australia typically take two to four weeks to schedule. Build that window into your start date negotiation so your employer doesn't set an unrealistic onboarding timeline before your visa is stamped.
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Find Welder JobsWelder E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Welder jobs in the U.S. that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Welder roles filtered specifically by E-3 sponsorship. Most general job platforms don't let you filter by visa type, so you end up applying to employers who have never sponsored an Australian worker. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified sponsorship history, saving significant time in your search.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Welder role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
It depends on how the role is defined. A general production welding position may not qualify because the work doesn't typically require a bachelor's degree. Roles focused on welding engineering, structural fabrication design, or advanced materials applications are stronger candidates, provided the employer's job description explicitly requires a relevant degree rather than listing education as preferred.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian welding professionals?
The E-3 is exclusively available to Australian citizens and has no annual lottery, so you can apply at any point in the year once you have a job offer. The H-1B requires winning a random selection and waiting until October 1 to start work. For a Welder with a qualifying specialty occupation role, the E-3 is far more predictable and doesn't carry the lottery risk.
Can my employer substitute work experience for a degree on my E-3 application?
USCIS recognizes a three-for-one equivalency rule, where three years of specialized work experience can substitute for one year of a bachelor's degree. For a four-year degree, that means 12 years of directly relevant welding or fabrication experience. The employer's LCA and supporting documentation must clearly establish why the position requires that level of expertise to survive scrutiny.
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