Metal Worker

TransaLink; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

English training

Job summary

TransaLink in Los Angeles is seeking a skilled Metal Worker to join our team. You will shape and join metal pieces to create structures or parts, with precision, reliability and stamina required.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, cutting, bending, welding, finishing, and operating fabrication equipment; follow safety procedures and inspect finished products.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with steel, aluminum, and copper.
• Knowledge of MIG, TIG, or stick welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow technical instructions.
• Physical strength to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, drawings, and specs to determine metal requirements.
• Cut, shape, and bend metal using hand or power tools.
• Joint metal pieces using welding, brazing, soldering, or riveting methods.
• Finish surfaces by sanding, grinding, or painting for a smooth appearance.
• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy.
• Operate machinery like press brakes or laser cutters to assist fabrication.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding MIG/TIG

Machining tools

Hand & power tools

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Shears

Saws

Drills

Grinders

Job description

Metal Worker

We are in need of a skilled Metal Worker to join our team in Los Angeles. As a Metal Worker, you will be responsible for shaping and joining metal pieces to create structures or parts for various products. This job requires a high level of precision and attention to detail, as well as physical strength and stamina.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the type and amount of metal required for a project
• Cut, shape, and bend metal pieces using hand or power tools such as shears, saws, drills, and grinders
• Join metal pieces together through welding, brazing, soldering, or riveting methods
• Finish surfaces by sanding, grinding, polishing, or painting to achieve a smooth appearance
• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy
• Operate machinery such as press brakes or laser cutters to assist with metal fabrication processes
• Follow safety procedures at all times to prevent accidents and injuries

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Proven experience working with various types of metal including steel, aluminum, and copper
• Knowledge of different welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, or stick welding
• Familiarity with hand and power tools used in metalworking
• Ability to read blueprints and follow technical instructions accurately
• Physical strength and stamina to handle heavy materials and stand for extended periods of time
• Attention to detail and good hand-eye coordination

Salary

The salary for this position is $1700 per month.

Benefits

• In addition to the salary mentioned above, we offer accommodation options for out-of-town employees.
• We also provide necessary training for non-native English speakers.

Location

This job is based in Los Angeles but we welcome applicants from other cities in the United States as well as international candidates who are legally authorized to work in the country.