White City, OR · On-site
$20 - $25.75/hr
The Experienced Drift Boat Welder is responsible for the precision welding, fabrication, and assembly of high-quality aluminum drift boats and components. This role requires advanced aluminum MIG and ...
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White City, OR · On-site
$20 - $25.75/hr
The Experienced Drift Boat Welder is responsible for the precision welding, fabrication, and assembly of high-quality aluminum drift boats and components. This role requires advanced aluminum MIG and ...
Orange Park, FL · On-site
$32.75 - $45/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
Orange Park, FL · On-site
$32.75 - $45/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
$31.75 - $43.75/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
$31.75 - $43.75/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
$33 - $45.75/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
$33 - $45.75/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
$35.50 - $49/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
$35.50 - $49/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
Groton, CT · On-site
$35.50 - $49/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
Groton, CT · On-site
$35.50 - $49/hr
... Boat Welder performance. Additional responsibilities will include: * Review and ensure compliance with fabrication and welding specifications * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices ...
Mountain View, AR · On-site
Build and weld all boat models to specification. * Responsible installing ribs, gunwales and bow cap. * Install and weld subfloor, hull bracing, foam bulkheads and hoses within allotted time. * Set ...
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Mountain View, AR · On-site
Build and weld all boat models to specification. * Responsible installing ribs, gunwales and bow cap. * Install and weld subfloor, hull bracing, foam bulkheads and hoses within allotted time. * Set ...
Union City, TN · On-site
$12.75 - $16/hr
Build and weld all boat models to specification. * Responsible installing ribs, gunwales and bow cap. * Install and weld subfloor, hull bracing, foam bulkheads and hoses within allotted time. * Set ...
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Union City, TN · On-site
$12.75 - $16/hr
Build and weld all boat models to specification. * Responsible installing ribs, gunwales and bow cap. * Install and weld subfloor, hull bracing, foam bulkheads and hoses within allotted time. * Set ...
Nightmute, AK · On-site
Aluminum boat welding repairs, customizations and fabrications * Interacting with the public for requests for service, providing estimated costs, performing repairs and collecting fees for repairs ...
Nightmute, AK · On-site
Aluminum boat welding repairs, customizations and fabrications * Interacting with the public for requests for service, providing estimated costs, performing repairs and collecting fees for repairs ...
AK · On-site
Aluminum boat welding repairs, customizations and fabrications * Interacting with the public for requests for service, providing estimated costs, performing repairs and collecting fees for repairs ...
AK · On-site
Aluminum boat welding repairs, customizations and fabrications * Interacting with the public for requests for service, providing estimated costs, performing repairs and collecting fees for repairs ...
Napakiak, AK · On-site
Aluminum boat welding repairs, customizations and fabrications * Interacting with the public for requests for service, providing estimated costs, performing repairs and collecting fees for repairs ...
Napakiak, AK · On-site
Aluminum boat welding repairs, customizations and fabrications * Interacting with the public for requests for service, providing estimated costs, performing repairs and collecting fees for repairs ...
Napakiak, AK · On-site
Aluminum boat welding repairs, customizations and fabrications * Interacting with the public for requests for service, providing estimated costs, performing repairs and collecting fees for repairs ...
Napakiak, AK · On-site
Aluminum boat welding repairs, customizations and fabrications * Interacting with the public for requests for service, providing estimated costs, performing repairs and collecting fees for repairs ...
Naples, FL · On-site
$25 - $28/wk
Must Provide own tools besides specialty tools like a welder, compressor, etc... OSHA Certification ... Boat Operator - Tender:Physical/Sensory Functions: Regularly will use sit, use hands, talk/hear;
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Naples, FL · On-site
$25 - $28/wk
Must Provide own tools besides specialty tools like a welder, compressor, etc... OSHA Certification ... Boat Operator - Tender:Physical/Sensory Functions: Regularly will use sit, use hands, talk/hear;
North Kingstown, RI · On-site
$19 - $25/hr
Apply today to this entry level welding position, we will provide paid training and become part of the welding team at Electric Boat that takes pride in building the world's most advanced submarines!
North Kingstown, RI · On-site
$19 - $25/hr
Apply today to this entry level welding position, we will provide paid training and become part of the welding team at Electric Boat that takes pride in building the world's most advanced submarines!
$19 - $25/hr
Apply today to this entry level welding position, we will provide paid training and become part of the welding team at Electric Boat that takes pride in building the world's most advanced submarines!
$19 - $25/hr
Apply today to this entry level welding position, we will provide paid training and become part of the welding team at Electric Boat that takes pride in building the world's most advanced submarines!
Naples, FL · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
Boat Operator This is a great opportunity for an experienced Boat Operator - Tender who can operate ... Must Provide own tools besides specialty tools like a welder, compressor, etc... * OSHA ...
Naples, FL · On-site
$25 - $28/hr
Boat Operator This is a great opportunity for an experienced Boat Operator - Tender who can operate ... Must Provide own tools besides specialty tools like a welder, compressor, etc... * OSHA ...
$19 - $25/hr
Apply today to this entry level welding position, we will provide paid training and become part of the welding team at Electric Boat that takes pride in building the world's most advanced submarines!
$19 - $25/hr
Apply today to this entry level welding position, we will provide paid training and become part of the welding team at Electric Boat that takes pride in building the world's most advanced submarines!
Channelview, TX · On-site
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding barge and boat repair and fabrication areas, cargo tanks, and internal compartments. * Complete the necessary number of passes to produce full penetration ...
Channelview, TX · On-site
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
Prepare surfaces for welding by grinding barge and boat repair and fabrication areas, cargo tanks, and internal compartments. * Complete the necessary number of passes to produce full penetration ...
North Kingstown, RI · On-site
$25.25 - $31/hr
Pass an Electric Boat socket and X-Ray butt test and procedures test per training requirements * Ability to read and interpret welding and shipyard procedures, structural drawings, technical manuals ...
North Kingstown, RI · On-site
$25.25 - $31/hr
Pass an Electric Boat socket and X-Ray butt test and procedures test per training requirements * Ability to read and interpret welding and shipyard procedures, structural drawings, technical manuals ...
Manitowoc, WI · On-site
$28.06 - $35.02/hr
All Crew" Join the crew at Burger Boat Company. We move fast, solve real problems, and build ... Welders/Shipfitters must be able to weld components as directed by fitters or metal fabricators ...
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Manitowoc, WI · On-site
$28.06 - $35.02/hr
All Crew" Join the crew at Burger Boat Company. We move fast, solve real problems, and build ... Welders/Shipfitters must be able to weld components as directed by fitters or metal fabricators ...
$22.03 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$19.71 - $22.64
32% of jobs
The median wage is $24.52 / hr.
$22.64 - $25.57
29% of jobs
$27.41 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$25.57 - $28.50
23% of jobs
$28.50 - $31.42
5% of jobs
$31.42 - $34.35
2% of jobs
$34.35 - $37.28
2% of jobs
$37.28 - $40.21
2% of jobs
$40.21 - $43.14
2% of jobs
$43.14 - $46.07
2% of jobs
$46.07 - $48.99
0% of jobs
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1% of jobs
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A Boat Welder is a skilled tradesperson who specializes in welding and fabricating metal components for boats and ships. They work with materials like aluminum, steel, and stainless steel to construct, repair, and maintain marine vessels. Using techniques such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding, they ensure watertight and structurally sound welds. Boat Welders often read blueprints, follow safety regulations, and may work in shipyards, boat manufacturing facilities, or on-site for repairs.
Boat Welders often work on a variety of vessels, including recreational boats, commercial ships, barges, and sometimes naval or coast guard vessels, performing tasks such as hull fabrication, repair, and modifications. A typical workday involves interpreting blueprints, preparing metal surfaces, executing precise welds, and conducting inspections to ensure quality and safety standards are met. While some work may be done in fabrication shops, many projects take place in shipyards, dry docks, or even onboard vessels in the water, which can make the environment physically demanding. Collaboration with marine engineers, fabricators, and other skilled tradespeople is common to ensure cohesive project completion. This offers dynamic work settings and opportunities to develop specialized skills within the marine industry.
To thrive as a Boat Welder, you need expertise in welding techniques (such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding), metal fabrication, and blueprint reading, usually supported by technical training or certification. Familiarity with specialized welding equipment, marine-grade materials, and safety standards like OSHA or American Welding Society (AWS) certification is often required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork are highly valued soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure the structural integrity and safety of vessels while enabling projects to be completed efficiently in sometimes challenging marine environments.
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$20 - $25.75/hr
Full-time
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Experienced Drift Boat Welder is responsible for the precision welding, fabrication, and assembly of high-quality aluminum drift boats and components. This role requires advanced aluminum MIG and TIG welding skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to interpret drawings and specifications to produce industry-leading products. The welder will work closely with production teams to ensure all boats meet Pavati’s rigorous quality, safety, and performance standards.
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