Industrial Welder – Trailer Fabrication & Assembly

Dakota Bodies Llc; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation

Retention bonus

Job summary

Dakota Bodies Llc in Watertown, SD is seeking a Welder to fabricate, assemble and weld metal components for truck bodies. You will read blueprints, set up equipment and weld in multiple positions to build trailers.

The role requires safe work practices, ability to lift 50 lbs, and adherence to 5S and safety standards. Preferred candidates have a high school diploma and 2–3 years industrial welding experience.

Qualifications

• Must have welding experience and be able to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and drawings to plan welding layout.
• Set up components for welding and weld per specifications.
• Operate welding equipment in multiple positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
• Prepare trailers and components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
• Test and inspect welds to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment following 5S and safety guidelines.
• Assist other welders to complete work efficiently.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and work in awkward positions as needed.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Dakota Bodies Llc in Watertown, SD is seeking a Welder to fabricate, assemble and weld metal components for truck bodies. You will read blueprints, set up equipment and weld in multiple positions to build trailers.

The role requires safe work practices, ability to lift 50 lbs, and adherence to 5S and safety standards. Preferred candidates have a high school diploma and 2–3 years industrial welding experience.