Stainless Tig Welder

TIG Welder
Watson Custom Tanks | Springfield, MOStarting Pay: $24-$32+ Shift: Mon-Thurs 7am-5:30pm
Build More Than Tanks. Build a Career.
Watson Custom Tanks is looking for a TIG Welder to join our growing team in Strafford, Missouri. We specialize in designing and manufacturing high-quality stainless-steel tanks and vessels, providing innovative solutions for customers across a variety of industries.
If you have TIG welding experience, enjoy working with stainless steel, and take pride in producing quality craftsmanship, we'd love to talk with you. Whether you're a recent graduate of a welding program or have industry experience, this is an opportunity to grow your skills and build a long-term career with a team that values quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Do
As a TIG Welder, you will:

Perform TIG welding on stainless-steel tanks and components
Layout and fit tank heads and shells according to blueprints and specifications
Prepare weld joints and ensure proper fit-up before welding
Use weld gauges to verify weld quality and compliance
Complete weld logs, heat code documentation, and traveler paperwork accurately
Read and interpret basic blueprints and shop drawings
Operate hand tools and fabrication equipment safely
Use overhead cranes and material-handling equipment safely
Work within confined spaces when required
Follow all company safety policies and wear required PPE
Support teammates and assist with additional manufacturing duties as needed

What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications

Basic TIG welding experience
Ability to pass a 1G TIG weld test
Basic fabrication skills
Ability to read a tape measure accurately
Basic understanding of weld gauges and blueprint reading
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Dependable attendance and work ethic
Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

Welding certification from an accredited institution
Experience welding stainless steel
Experience with pulsed MIG welding
Experience in an ASME manufacturing environment
Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts
Welding/fabrication experience preferred

Why Join Watson Custom Tanks?

Career growth opportunities
Hands-on work with custom stainless-steel fabrication
Collaborative team environment
Stable, growing manufacturing company
Focus on quality craftsmanship and continuous improvement
Safety-first workplace culture

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk for extended periods
Frequently bend, crouch, kneel, and reach
Lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly
Work safely around manufacturing equipment
Wear required PPE, including safety glasses and steel-toe boots

Ready to Weld Your Future?
Join a team that takes pride in craftsmanship, innovation, and delivering exceptional products to customers. Apply today and become part of the Watson Custom Tanks team.
Watson Custom Tanks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.