MTS Welder

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri - Columbia is seeking a skilled welder to fabricate and repair metal structures and components on a journey level. The role involves welding in various positions and interpreting blueprints, with responsibilities covering tool maintenance, cost estimates, and records, in a facility-managed setting.

The position is within Construction Services, with shift from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and requires a high school diploma and several years of welding

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four years of experience or apprenticeship in welding.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans, and drawings.
• Ability to use and maintain welding tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Weld structures, metal parts, or weldable materials using arc, gas, resistance and other welding processes.
• Weld components for pipelines, frames, tools and equipment per layouts and drawings.
• Weld in all positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Inspect weld bead size and conformance to specs.
• Maintain and safely store tools and equipment; prepare cost estimates and reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding tools

Job description

Hiring Department

Construction Services

Job Description

At the University of Missouri, Campus Facilities Operationsis dedicated to creating a safe, efficient, and inspiringenvironment that fosters education, research, and serviceexcellence. Our team manages campus facilities and infrastructurethrough services including Engineering, Custodial Operations,Maintenance, Construction, Inventory Management, Sustainability,and Project Management, ensuring seamless daily operations. Join usto make a meaningful impact on the university community and helpshape the future of Mizzou with a commitment to quality andcontinuous improvement

Nature and Level of Work:

Perform skilled work on a journey level involving the fabricationor repair of structures, metal parts, or other weldable materialsby welding or cutting process. All work is subject to spot checkingand inspection for conformance to specifications and acceptedstandards of the trade.

Key Responsibilities:

• Join, surface or otherwise fabricate or repair structures orparts of metal or other weldable material applying the followingwelding or cutting processes: arc, gas, resistance, solid state(friction, ultrasonic, cold, explosion, diffusion) and otherprocesses such as electrolag, electron beam, induction, thermiteand last beam.
• Weld together metal components of such products as pipelines,automobiles, support structures and frames and various tools andequipment as specified by layout, blueprints, diagrams, work orderor oral instructions.
• Must be able to weld in flat, horizontal, vertical or overheadposition.
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Clean, maintain, safely operate and properly store all tools andequipment.
• May perform or assist in the preparation of cost estimates,material orders, reports and maintenance of records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift

7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of educationand experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can beacquired is necessary.
• Four years actual work experience and training which mayincludeequivalent of apprenticeship or completion of vocationaltraining, in trade.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans, and drawings.
• Skill in maintenance and use of tools, equipment and materials ofapplicable trade.
• Ability on a daily basis to:
  • Grasp, lift, maneuver, rotate, and otherwise use small to largetrades tools and equipment.
  • Grasp, lift, carry, and set down heavy objects (50-80lbs.).
  • Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift, and otherwise moveequipment, controls, parts, etc.
  • Visually assess maintenance, construction and repair needs.
  • Climb and work from ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.
• A valid driver’s license may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

Must possess a valid driver’s license, which will allow legaloperation of a motor vehicle in the State of Missouri.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $25.75 - $26.50 per hour

Grade: GGS F

University Title: MTS Welder

Internal applicants can determine their University title byaccessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition.

Other Information

The internal union bid period for this position ended on10/7/2026. All qualified internal and external candidates are nowwelcome to apply.

In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this positionyou must:

• complete ALL sections of the application (including all work experience - incomplete applications will notbe considered)
• complete six months of regular service at the University
• apply within the published, five-day posting period
• meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy

Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based onthe information you provide on your job application. Once the jobposting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submitadditional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore,you need to ensure that your application materials are completewhen submitted.

Union Bid Period: 10/1/2026 - 10/7/2026

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefitspackage, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parentalleave, paid caregiver leave, and educationalfee discounts for allfour UM System campuses. For additional information on Universitybenefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director ofAccessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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