Welder Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee
Tennessee's manufacturing sector runs deep, with welder roles concentrated around Nashville, Memphis, and the Chattanooga corridor where automotive suppliers, heavy equipment makers, and industrial fabricators maintain large production workforces. Companies like Volkswagen, Wesco International, and major defense contractors have hired welders in the state, and some have sponsored visas for qualified candidates.
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2nd shift, M-F, 3:30pm-12:00am
$22.35 plus $1.50 shift differential totaling $23.85
Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.
What You’ll Do
As a Welder, you’ll be part of our team located in Martin, TN. You’ll get to:
- Set up jobs and run automated robotic weld cells
- Demonstrate the ability to ensure ISO Policies, Procedures, and Work Instructions are followed
- Focus on safety, quality, and achievement of specific/exact objectives
- Highlight concerns and identify opportunities for improvement
Who You Are
You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality – at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrated understanding of equipment
- Skilled at running equipment
- Trouble shooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interact with people
- Knowledge of ISO Standards
- Effective communication skills
What You’ll Receive
You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan:
- Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools and storage company and #2 security solutions provider, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We’re visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!
Benefits & Perks
You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
What You’ll Also Get
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company:
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at (860) 827-3923 or at accommodations@sbdinc.com. Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.
Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov)
Welder
2nd shift, M-F, 3:30pm-12:00am
$22.35 plus $1.50 shift differential totaling $23.85
Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.
It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.
What You’ll Do
As a Welder, you’ll be part of our team located in Martin, TN. You’ll get to:
- Set up jobs and run automated robotic weld cells
- Demonstrate the ability to ensure ISO Policies, Procedures, and Work Instructions are followed
- Focus on safety, quality, and achievement of specific/exact objectives
- Highlight concerns and identify opportunities for improvement
Who You Are
You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality – at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrated understanding of equipment
- Skilled at running equipment
- Trouble shooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interact with people
- Knowledge of ISO Standards
- Effective communication skills
What You’ll Receive
You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan:
- Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools and storage company and #2 security solutions provider, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We’re visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!
Benefits & Perks
You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
What You’ll Also Get
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Learning & Development:
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company:
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at (860) 827-3923 or at accommodations@sbdinc.com. Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password.
Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov)
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Search Welder Jobs in TennesseeWelder Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for welders in Tennessee?
Automotive manufacturers and their suppliers are among the most active sponsors for welder roles in Tennessee. Companies tied to the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, along with heavy equipment fabricators and defense contractors near Nashville and Memphis, have histories of sponsoring skilled tradespeople. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and depends on whether a company can demonstrate it couldn't fill the role domestically.
Which visa types are most common for welder roles in Tennessee?
The H-2B visa is the most commonly used category for welder roles because welding is generally classified as a skilled trade rather than a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree. Some highly specialized welding positions, such as those in aerospace or nuclear applications, may qualify under H-1B visa if the role requires a degree-level credential. TN visas are available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in eligible occupations.
Which cities in Tennessee have the most welder sponsorship jobs?
Chattanooga leads due to its concentration of automotive manufacturing, including the Volkswagen assembly plant and its network of Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers. Nashville attracts welders through its growing industrial and construction sectors. Memphis supports welding demand through logistics infrastructure, equipment maintenance, and port-adjacent manufacturing operations. Smaller industrial cities like Kingsport and Jackson also have active manufacturing employers.
How to find welder visa sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?
Migrate Mate is specifically built for international job seekers looking for visa sponsorship roles in the U.S. You can filter by state and job category to find welder positions in Tennessee where employers have indicated openness to sponsorship. Because sponsorship availability changes frequently, checking Migrate Mate regularly and setting up alerts for new welder postings in Tennessee gives you the best chance of finding current opportunities.
Are there any Tennessee-specific considerations for welders seeking visa sponsorship?
Tennessee has no state income tax on wages, which affects take-home pay calculations and can be relevant when evaluating an offer. Prevailing wage requirements still apply at the federal level for sponsored roles, meaning employers must pay the wage rate set by the Department of Labor for the specific occupation and county. Welders in specialized sectors like nuclear energy, concentrated around Oak Ridge, may face additional security clearance requirements that can complicate or limit sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored welder jobs in Tennessee?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.