2nd Shift Welder

Apex Geotech Solutions; Brookville (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Geotech Solutions in Brookville, PA is seeking a skilled welder to join our fabrication team. You will perform structural and precision welding on geotechnical drilling equipment components using MIG, TIG, and stick processes to exact design specifications.

The role requires reading weld drawings and symbols, setting up equipment, inspecting welds, and maintaining a safe, efficient work environment in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience reading weld drawings and symbols.
• AWS D1.1 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weld structural steel assemblies per blueprints and WPS.
• Set up welding equipment and select fillers.
• Inspect welds for defects and repair as needed.
• Grind and finish welds to specification.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols.
• Maintain welding equipment in good working order.
• Follow safety protocols including hot work and PPE.

Skills

MIG welding

2+ years welding

Read weld drawings

TIG welding

Chrome-moly welding

High-strength steel welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

AWS D1.1 certification

TIG certification

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs structural and precision welding on geotechnical drilling equipment components using MIG, TIG, and stick welding processes to meet design specifications and quality standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Weld structural steel assemblies per blueprints and weld procedure specifications (WPS)
• Set up welding equipment and select appropriate filler materials
• Inspect welds for defects and perform repairs as needed
• Grind and finish welds to specification
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols
• Maintain welding equipment in good working order
• Follow all safety protocols including hot work and PPE requirements

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years welding experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in MIG welding; TIG preferred
• Ability to read weld drawings and symbols

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• AWS D1.1 certification
• Experience welding chrome-moly or high‑strength steels
• TIG certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

Standing 8–10 hrs/day, exposure to weld fumes, UV light, heat, and sparks. Full PPE required including welding helmet, gloves, and flame-resistant clothing.