3DLP Trainee (Nights)

Sabre Industries, Inc.; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,755,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Continuing Education & Tuition Reimb

Life and Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Health and Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sabre Industries, Inc. in Sioux City, IA is seeking a 3DLP Apprentice to support production teams in welding and assembly, following drawings and procedures.

You will learn to read blueprints, set up MIG welding processes, and ensure parts meet Sabre tolerances while staying safe on site.

This hands-on role offers on-the-job training, steady shifts, and opportunities to grow within a forward‑looking manufacturing company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• GMAW/MIG welding experience preferred.
• Basic math skills; able to read/write English.
• Ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate MIG welding processes.
• Identify sections and learn fit-up per instructions.
• Follow safety guidelines and use PPE.
• Read blueprints and welding symbols.
• Maintain quality according to Sabre tolerances.

Skills

Basic math

English literacy

Blueprint reading

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

GMAW/MIG welding

Job description

At Sabre Industries, we connect and power America’s communities with world-class utility and telecom solutions. We reliably build a better world together; one customer, one team, and one community at a time.

Brief Description

At Sabre Industries, we connect and power America’s communities with world-class utility and telecom solutions. We reliably build a better world together; one customer, one team, and one community at a time.

Our teams live out the organization’s core values of integrity, commitment, innovation, and connection. That is how we continuously exceed our high standards of enterprise excellence—by creating a space for our engaged employees to thrive.

With consistent hiring opportunities nationwide and countless career levels, chances are the next big step on your career path starts here. We collaborate with our employees to create customized career paths and development in all facets of the organization. People will always be our greatest asset, and we place emphasis on enhancing the lives of our employees.

Scope Of Responsibility

This position performs production within prescribed codes, and according to prescribed procedures, specifications, and drawings the 3DLP Apprentice should be able to identify sections to be worked on and learn basic fit up.

Essential Duties

• How and where to place targets
• How to place sections in work cell (have sections butting against “scorpion”)
• How to open Build it program correctly
• How to call up correct 3DLP program for section being worked on
• Marking out thru-plate display for cutting. (elevation only)
• Squaring of sections prior to projecting 3DLP imagery
• Checking for twist, camber, and deflection prior to projecting 3DLP imagery
• How to project a “shot” onto a section
• Basic computer skills, can pull up 3DLP programs matching the section being worked on
• Can square shaft ends prior to calibrating the cameras to the targets
• Can place targets in the appropriate locations for the program to properly display images of parts in the correct locations
• Can identify and compensate for twist when placing targets
• Can match traveler to section and program being used
• Can identify material grade being worked on
• Can tack parts in correct locations/within Sabre tolerances
• Knowledge of general safety guidelines. Sabre specific safety guidelines will be taught on site
• Wears required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Works Independently with minimal supervision on assignments as directed by the Supervisor. Displays a keen sense of ownership for work
• Flexible and adaptable: can readily switch tasks when directed
• Sabre’s quality expectations and application in the workplace will be taught during onboarding and on the job training
• Basic understanding of blueprints and weld symbols
• Adjust welding machines within parameters of welding procedure specifications (WPS)
• Uses mechanical rolling equipment to rotate sections to optimize positioning of weld joints
• Additional duties as assigned by 3DLP Lead and/or Management as knowledge base increases
• Report for work on time and fulfill your shift responsibilities as planned.
• Complete all responsibilities during your assigned shift as outlined in the schedule.
• Engage respectfully with coworkers, fostering teamwork and mutual respect.

Position Requirements

Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred

Experience: GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) also known as MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Basic Math skills required
• Must be able to read and write - English
• Ability to read blueprints required - English

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand 100% of scheduled shift. Lifting, pushing, prying, and dragging heavy materials, up to fifty pounds
• Must be capable of bending, stooping, crawling under or over and occasional climbing of stairs/ladders heights up to 6 or 7 feet
• Must possess adequate hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and stamina to sustain expected production effectively.
• Must be able to work in fast-paced work environment
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, twisting, and managing of materials
• Must be able to work in an open environment exposed to extreme temperatures

Benefits

At Sabre Industries, we invest in your future with a competitive benefits program. As a full-time employee, you are eligible for:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement
• Life and Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Health and Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Sabre Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity