2nd Shift Welder

Apex Geotech Solutions; Brookville (PA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Apex Geotech Solutions in Brookville, PA seeks an experienced welder to perform structural and precision welding on geotechnical drilling equipment using MIG, TIG, and stick processes. You will read fabrication drawings, set up equipment, select fillers, inspect welds, and finish to spec while following strict safety protocols.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years welding experience in manufacturing; MIG is essential with TIG preferred, plus ability to read weld drawings and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in MIG welding; TIG preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weld structural steel assemblies per blueprints and WAL specifications.
• 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.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Read weld drawings/symbols

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job 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.

• 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
• Follow all safety protocols including hot work and PPE requirements

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.