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This is a construction project with an expected duration of one (1) to two (2) years. The anticipated start date is July 2026. The rotation will be four (4) weeks on and two (2) weeks off. The typical schedule is 84 hours per week (40 hours straight time and a minimum of 44 hours at time and a half). All meals and lodging are provided by Worley while the employee is on location. Transportation between Anchorage and Prudhoe Bay is provided.
Worley offers a competitive benefits package, with company paid short-term disability, life insurance, paid sick leave, and 4.5% employer match on 401k.
Job Purpose:
The structural welder/fitter fabricator performs welding of metal components for fabrication or repair of machine parts, plant equipment and structures according to layout, blueprints or work orders using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment.
Essential Job Functions:
- Lay out, fits, and welds fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, and building and bridge parts, according to blueprints, specifications and knowledge of welding and metallurgy.
- Select equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
- Lay out, positions, align, and fit components together.
- Bolt, clamp, and tack-weld parts to secure in position for welding.
- Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
- Clean or degrease weld joint or work piece.
- Set up equipment and weld parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or gas welding equipment.
- Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using cutting torch, straightening press, and hand tools.
- Complete records, maintain tools and equipment, and perform various cleanup and housekeeping activities.
Knowledge, Skills, Ability:
- Knowledge of the AWS, ANSI and ASME codes.
- Knowledge of operation of welding equipment, electrodes, fluxes, shielding gasses and welding processes.
- Knowledge of carbon steel and other alloy metals, including stainless steel and aluminum.
- Knowledge of the various size and grades of welding electrodes, the proper use of electrodes and welding processes, the appearance of a proper fit-up and the appearance of properly cleaned and prepared surface.
- Ability to properly use and care for the tools and equipment and welding electrodes commonly used on an industrial project.
- Ability to operate all hand tools and power tools associated with welding process.
- Ability to prep steel shapes.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and be capable of performing assigned tasks with limited general technical guidance.
- Ability to read and understand engineering prints.
- Ability to work as part of a team; communicate effectively with fellow workers and alternate.
- Ability to demonstrate adherence to established safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to demonstrate support for the company’s environmental management system.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Work is performed in a remote Arctic environment with limited medical resources. Candidate understands the site is approximately 840 miles (at least 4 hours by air ambulance) from surgical, specialist, and tertiary medical care, and where medical evacuation from this location may be significantly delayed due to weather conditions. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to:
- Must have ability to stand, walk on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, sit, squat, kneel, crawl, reach through low and high ranges, work overhead, and exhibit normal balance and coordination. These basic physical requirements are essential for safe performance of the job in harsh environments with exposure to very cold temperatures and while wearing arctic gear.
- Standing for prolonged periods of time.
- Driving for prolonged periods of time in the dark and inclement weather.
- Ability to climb scaffold, ramps, stairs, equipment, portable ladders, and/or wellhouse/tank/facility fixed ladders of 20 feet or greater.
- Ability to wear and utilize fall protection within manufacturer specifications.
- Lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist with two hands.
- Lift 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder with two hands.
- Carry 50 lbs. for 15 feet with two hands.
- Push/pull 60 lbs. sled for 20 feet.
- Push/pull 90 lbs. cart for 20 feet.
This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of the job incumbents. Worley provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including both applicants and employees, to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
In-Vehicle Monitoring System: As part of our commitment to safety and accountability, company vehicles are equipped with in-cab cameras and vehicle monitoring systems. These systems may record video and audio, as well as collect GPS location, vehicle speed, harsh braking, rapid acceleration and other driving behaviors. All data is subject to review by management to ensure compliance with company policies and safe driving practices.
Required Qualifications
- Three (3) years’ experience in structural welding and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must pass structural weld test upon offer. Welding tests include SMAW and FCAW welding process codes, D1.1 code, and ASME Section IX.
- Valid driver’s license and the ability to be covered by Worley auto insurer.
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC). Worley can provide NSTC certification training if needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Industrial, petrochemical, oilfield or arctic experience.
Moving forward together.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
This is a construction project with an expected duration of one (1) to two (2) years. The anticipated start date is July 2026. The rotation will be four (4) weeks on and two (2) weeks off. The typical schedule is 84 hours per week (40 hours straight time and a minimum of 44 hours at time and a half). All meals and lodging are provided by Worley while the employee is on location. Transportation between Anchorage and Prudhoe Bay is provided.
Worley offers a competitive benefits package, with company paid short-term disability, life insurance, paid sick leave, and 4.5% employer match on 401k.
Job Purpose:
The structural welder/fitter fabricator performs welding of metal components for fabrication or repair of machine parts, plant equipment and structures according to layout, blueprints or work orders using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment.
Essential Job Functions:
- Lay out, fits, and welds fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, and building and bridge parts, according to blueprints, specifications and knowledge of welding and metallurgy.
- Select equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
- Lay out, positions, align, and fit components together.
- Bolt, clamp, and tack-weld parts to secure in position for welding.
- Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
- Clean or degrease weld joint or work piece.
- Set up equipment and weld parts, using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, or gas welding equipment.
- Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts, using cutting torch, straightening press, and hand tools.
- Complete records, maintain tools and equipment, and perform various cleanup and housekeeping activities.
Knowledge, Skills, Ability:
- Knowledge of the AWS, ANSI and ASME codes.
- Knowledge of operation of welding equipment, electrodes, fluxes, shielding gasses and welding processes.
- Knowledge of carbon steel and other alloy metals, including stainless steel and aluminum.
- Knowledge of the various size and grades of welding electrodes, the proper use of electrodes and welding processes, the appearance of a proper fit-up and the appearance of properly cleaned and prepared surface.
- Ability to properly use and care for the tools and equipment and welding electrodes commonly used on an industrial project.
- Ability to operate all hand tools and power tools associated with welding process.
- Ability to prep steel shapes.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and be capable of performing assigned tasks with limited general technical guidance.
- Ability to read and understand engineering prints.
- Ability to work as part of a team; communicate effectively with fellow workers and alternate.
- Ability to demonstrate adherence to established safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to demonstrate support for the company’s environmental management system.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Work is performed in a remote Arctic environment with limited medical resources. Candidate understands the site is approximately 840 miles (at least 4 hours by air ambulance) from surgical, specialist, and tertiary medical care, and where medical evacuation from this location may be significantly delayed due to weather conditions. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to:
- Must have ability to stand, walk on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, sit, squat, kneel, crawl, reach through low and high ranges, work overhead, and exhibit normal balance and coordination. These basic physical requirements are essential for safe performance of the job in harsh environments with exposure to very cold temperatures and while wearing arctic gear.
- Standing for prolonged periods of time.
- Driving for prolonged periods of time in the dark and inclement weather.
- Ability to climb scaffold, ramps, stairs, equipment, portable ladders, and/or wellhouse/tank/facility fixed ladders of 20 feet or greater.
- Ability to wear and utilize fall protection within manufacturer specifications.
- Lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist with two hands.
- Lift 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder with two hands.
- Carry 50 lbs. for 15 feet with two hands.
- Push/pull 60 lbs. sled for 20 feet.
- Push/pull 90 lbs. cart for 20 feet.
This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of the job incumbents. Worley provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including both applicants and employees, to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
In-Vehicle Monitoring System: As part of our commitment to safety and accountability, company vehicles are equipped with in-cab cameras and vehicle monitoring systems. These systems may record video and audio, as well as collect GPS location, vehicle speed, harsh braking, rapid acceleration and other driving behaviors. All data is subject to review by management to ensure compliance with company policies and safe driving practices.
Required Qualifications
- Three (3) years’ experience in structural welding and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must pass structural weld test upon offer. Welding tests include SMAW and FCAW welding process codes, D1.1 code, and ASME Section IX.
- Valid driver’s license and the ability to be covered by Worley auto insurer.
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC). Worley can provide NSTC certification training if needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Industrial, petrochemical, oilfield or arctic experience.
Moving forward together.
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Trinity Industries3
- Consolidated Divisions1
- Getman Corporation1
- Johnson Controls1
- NOV1
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing8
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Energy1
- Mining & Natural Resources1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in welder fitter jobs.
- Proven experience with SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, or FCAW welding processes in structural or pipe applications
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication blueprints
- AWS, ASME Section IX, or API 1104 weld certifications preferred or required
- Proficiency in layout, fitting, and tacking components to precise dimensional tolerances
- Familiarity with cutting tools including plasma cutters, grinders, and oxy-fuel torches
- High school diploma or GED, with completion of an apprenticeship or vocational welding program a plus
Tips for Your Welder Fitter Job Search
List your certifications front and center
Hiring managers scan for AWS D1.1, ASME, or API certifications before reading anything else. Put your active certs in a dedicated line near the top of your resume, not buried in a skills section halfway down the page.
Document your weld processes and positions
Specify the exact processes you've run, such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, or FCAW, and the positions you're qualified in. A resume that says 'experienced welder' without that detail gets passed over for one that lists 6G pipe or structural overhead work.
Target openings by material and industry match
Filter for roles that match the base metals you've worked with most, whether carbon steel, stainless, or chrome-moly. Employers in petrochemical and power generation weight material experience heavily, so a strong match there beats a broader but vague application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists welder fitter openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Bring your weld test results to interviews
Many shops will ask you to take a hands-on weld test, but showing documented bend test results, radiographic film, or a current weld procedure qualification record from a previous employer signals you've already been vetted to a real standard.
Negotiate your shift and travel terms early
Welder fitter roles often involve rotating shifts, shutdown work, or travel to job sites. Clarify expected travel percentages and shift rotations before you accept, and get any allowances or per diem rates confirmed in writing with your offer.
Welder Fitter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most welder fitters?
The companies hiring the most welder fitters right now include Trinity Industries, Consolidated Divisions, and Getman Corporation, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Louisiana, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is strongest in manufacturing, energy, and heavy industrial construction sectors.
How many welder fitter jobs are remote?
About 0% of welder fitter openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most fabrication and field work. The sub-areas most likely to offer flexible arrangements are quality inspection roles, weld engineering, and welding instruction, which can include some off-site documentation or classroom work.
How do you become a welder fitter?
You become a welder fitter by completing a vocational welding program or a registered apprenticeship, then building hands-on experience in fitting, layout, and blueprint reading alongside your welding skills. Earning certifications through the American Welding Society or passing procedure qualification tests for ASME or API standards is the next step. Most journeyman-level positions expect demonstrated experience in both fitting and welding rather than one alone.
Can you get hired as a welder fitter with little experience?
Yes, entry-level welder fitter roles exist, but employers expect you to arrive with foundational welding competency, not just classroom time. Completing a vocational certificate, passing at least one AWS qualification test, and applying to fabrication shops or structural steel contractors gives you the best entry point. Emphasizing layout and fit-up skills, even from a shop class or training environment, sets you apart from applicants who only list welding processes.
What does the welder fitter interview process look like?
Most welder fitter interviews start with a conversation about your process experience, certifications, and the industries you've worked in, followed by a review of your weld procedure qualifications. A hands-on weld test or fit-up exercise is common, particularly for shops working to ASME or API codes. Some employers also walk candidates through a sample drawing to assess blueprint reading ability before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to welder fitter jobs?
You can find and apply to welder fitter jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your process experience and certifications, and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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