Field Welder (Traveling)
Location
Carlsbad, NM
Posted on August 6, 2026
Location
Carlsbad, NM
Posted on August 6, 2026
Employment Type: Full-time, Hourly
Compensation: Competitive, negotiable depending on experience
Location: Traveling to project sites throughout the United States
Great Basin Industrial is seeking experienced Field Welders to join our traveling construction team. This position performs high-quality welding on aboveground storage tanks, structural steel, piping, and other industrial components at project sites across the United States. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, dependable, and takes pride in producing quality workmanship while working in a fast-paced industrial construction environment. Travel is required, and projects may involve extended schedules depending on customer and project needs.
Key Responsibilities
Perform SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and other welding processes as required by project specifications Weld structural steel, storage tanks, piping, and miscellaneous metal components in accordance with approved welding procedures Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication details Prepare materials for welding by cleaning, fitting, grinding, and aligning components Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet quality and safety standards Operate welding machines, torches, grinders, and other hand and power tools safely Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all company housekeeping standards Comply with all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site-specific safety requirements Work effectively with supervisors, fitters, laborers, and other trades to complete projects on schedule Travel to project sites throughout the United States and work extended hours as required
Requirements
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of field welding experience in industrial construction, structural steel, or storage tank construction Demonstrated proficiency with SMAW (Stick) welding; additional welding processes as required by project Ability to pass applicable welding tests and certifications required for assigned projects Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to designated reporting locations Ability and willingness to travel extensively for project assignments Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship Ability to successfully pass pre-employment and client-required screenings, including drug testing when required
Preferred Skills
Experience welding aboveground storage tanks Experience with structural steel erection or industrial piping Current AWS or other applicable welding certifications OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction certification NCCER credentials Experience operating aerial lifts, forklifts, or other construction equipment Ability to perform basic layout, fitting, and fabrication tasks Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with minimal supervision
Physical Demands (Field)
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation:
Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 80 pounds Perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods (8-12+ hour shifts) Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for prolonged periods Reach overhead and work with arms extended Climb ladders, scaffolding, and structures up to 70 feet above ground Work in confined spaces and at elevated heights when required
Work Environment
Work is performed primarily outdoors on active industrial construction sites Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, and precipitation Exposure to welding fumes, dust, noise, and other industrial hazards Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times Frequent travel and overnight stays are required based on project assignments
Schedule Requirements
Ability to work extended hours, including overtime, weekends, night shifts, or swing shifts as needed to meet project schedules and customer requirements
This position requires the ability to perform all essential job functions safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) - accrues starting day one! Company-Paid Life Insurance Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Health Savings Account (HSA) Per Diem Allowance for qualifying out-of-town work (meals & lodging support) Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Why You'll Love GBI
We live our values:
DRIVEN: Find a Way to Win (Passionate. Accountable. Humbly Confident.) BUILDING: Build People, Teams & America (Learn. Share. Grow.) EXCELLENCE: Skillfully Execute, Solve Problems & Stand Firm (Self Discipline + Proven Process = Winning.) TOGETHER: Ride for the Brand (People First. Straight Talk. Honest Work.)
We have an award-winning workplace culture!
Utah Top Workplace - 2025 Austin Top Workplace 2025 USA Today Top Workplace - 2024 & 2025
We Reward Loyalty
All-expenses-paid 5 & 20-year anniversary trips, milestone bonuses, and exclusive celebration perks that recognize your commitment
GBI People & Culture Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our associates. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
We are a drug-free workplace.
Carlsbad, NM is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across New Mexico as a whole we're tracking 10 other active welding openings from 10 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across New Mexico.
This posting calls for MIG, Stick, and Flux-Core work. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work. Stick (SMAW) burns a flux-coated consumable rod and needs no shielding gas, so it works in wind, rain, and on dirty or rusted steel. That tolerance for bad conditions keeps it the default for field, structural, and repair work.
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