Job Description
WELDER II IN DEVILS LAKE
Date Posted:
Monday, April 13, 2026
?
Job Snapshot
Employee Type:
Permanent
Location:
North Dakota , Devils Lake
Job Description
Welder II (Mechanical Focus) - Power Plant | Relocation Offered | $50-$58+/hr + Union Benefits
Location:
Southeastern Montana Pay:
$50.75/hr → $58.50/hr (after 6 months) Benefits:
Union position + 8% 401(k) + 6% match + relocation assistance
About the Opportunity
This isn't your typical welding job!!
We're hiring a Welder II for a well-established power plant in Southeastern Montana—someone who enjoys hands-on, heavy industrial work and wants more than repetitive shop welding. This role blends advanced welding skills with mechanical maintenance, giving you the chance to work on critical plant equipment and systems.
If you like tearing things down, rebuilding them, and getting them running better than before—you'll fit right in.
What You'll Be Doing
Perform structural and stainless steel welding in all positions, including pipe welding (GTAW/SMAW)
Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul pumps, compressors, valves, and gearboxes
Complete full equipment tear-downs and rebuilds, including bearings, impellers, and rotating components
Perform precision alignments and balancing on fans, pumps, and other rotating equipment
Read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and schematics
Support preventative maintenance and maintain accurate equipment history
Work with a variety of equipment including hoists, loaders, and other heavy machinery
What We're Looking For
3+ years of power plant or heavy industrial mechanic/welding experience OR completion of a formal apprenticeship program (6000+ hours)
Strong skills in pipe and structural welding (all positions), including stainless steel
Ability to pass a 6G GTAW/SMAW
pipe welding test
Experience with mechanical systems (pumps, compressors, rotating equipment)
Comfortable using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators)
Ability to read blueprints and troubleshoot complex systems
Valid driver's license
Why This Role Stands Out
💰 Top-tier pay with a fast track to $58.50/hr.
🔧 Variety in your day—not just welding, but full mechanical involvement
🤝 Union position with strong retirement benefits (8% + 6% match)
📦 Relocation assistance provided
⚡ Work on critical infrastructure in a stable, essential industry
Ready for Something More Than Just Welding?
Apply today or reach out directly to Alek at alek.scherber@gogpac.com for questions or confidential consideration! Keywords:
welder, pipefitter, boiler, fabrication, structural steel, technician, maintenance, mechanical, journeyman, boilermaker, brazer, coal, power plant All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
