Skilled Welder II - RedGuard

ZipRecruiter; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in modular construction seeks a Skilled Welder II in Wichita, Kansas. This position involves advanced welding and fabrication of steel components for blast-resistant structures. With a focus on precision and safety, candidates must have extensive welding experience and relevant certifications. The role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options

401(k) Retirement Plans + Employer Match

Welding Equipment and Hand Tools Provided

Safety Boot and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday

Qualifications

• Must pass 3G/4G welding certifications within three working weeks.
• 3+ years in large structural steel construction required.
• 5+ years of Short Arc and Spray Arc MIG experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Welds components in flat, vertical and overhead positions.
• Fabricates pieces ensuring conformance with specifications.
• Maintains schedule and budgets for tasks while ensuring safety.

Skills

Welding Techniques

Blueprint Reading

Mathematics

Use of Hand Tools

Education

Associates degree or technical certificate in welding

Tools

Welding Machines

Plasma Cutters

Grinders

Job description

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The compensation range provided for this role is an estimate based on available market data. The actual amount may vary considering the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please discuss the flexibility and details of our compensation philosophy with your recruiter.

Benefits

• Welding Equipment and Hand Tools Provided
• All Welding Safety Gear Provided - All you need to bring is your hood, we will take care of the rest!
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday of YOUR Choice
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Plans + Employer Match
• 100% Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Insurance, Teladoc Services, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• HSA, FSA and Pet Insurance Options
• Safety Boot and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• And more!

What You Can Expect Working in the Skilled Welder II Position

The Skilled Welder II is responsible for the fabrication, weld, and final installation of steel components in the production of blast-resistant, modular buildings and other industrial buildings. In this role, you will be required to work with cranes, jigs, torches, plasma, hand tools and welding machines on a continual basis and to meet third-party inspection requirements under AWS compliance standards. As a Skilled Welder II, you are integral in supporting RedGuard’s goal of delivering customers a quality product on time.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently welds components in flat, vertical and overhead positions.
• Performs daily fit up and lay out duties.
• Fabricates pieces, ensuring conformance with product specifications and blueprints.
• Minimizes scrap and rework and works to continually improve quality level.
• Detects weld defects and performs proper repairs.
• Maintains schedule and budgets for the task at hand and overall project.
• Cross-trains and uses additional trade skills in multiple stages of the manufacturing process as assigned.
• Follows established safety and security rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area and environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale fabrication projects.
• Proficient in advanced fitting and welding techniques.
• Strong understanding of welding symbols, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Solid basic math skills, including the ability to read a tape measure.
• Skilled in using hand and power tools, including grinders, squares, come-alongs, torches, plasma cutters, and other job-specific tools.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Must pass company-required 3G/4G welding certifications within three working weeks of employment, with no more than three attempts.
• Must pass a basic written test on blueprints and weld symbols.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certificate in welding.
• 3+ years in large structural steel construction.
• 5+ years of Short Arc and Spray Arc MIG experience.
• 5+ years of fabrication experience.

Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work involves standing, climbing, kneeling, bending, and twisting of body parts throughout the day.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: viewing a computer terminal; reading blueprints; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and fabrication/welding of parts at distances close to the eyes. The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• The worker is exposed to adverse environmental conditions, such as hot and cold climates, dusty, and noisy areas.
• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , or protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. , U.S. Permanent (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please provide a brief description of your reasonable accommodation to [e-mail]

Department/Division: Manufacturing

Reports to: Fabrication Supervisor

Location: Wichita, KS

Position Type/Hours: Full-time Safety Sensitive

Shift: M-F

Overtime: As Required

Travel Requirement: Less than 5%
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

About The Company

RedGuard builds modular solutions that protect lives and assets. It is made up of innovative product lines and company divisions in the area of modular safe structures, most with threat mitigation. It is the leading authority in blast resistance and a world leader in providing safe, customizable and scalable modular buildings. The company’s dedication to meet each of its customer’s unique needs—from initial design to installation and beyond—combined with its unsurpassed standards for quality and overall safety makes it the go-to manufacturer in several industries.

RedGuard is driven by a passion for product innovation, and developing turnkey solutions that raise the bar in both personalization and protection for customers across industries and around the globe. It is dedicated to five key disciplines: concept, design, build, install and operation. Its success across industries has led some of the world's largest organizations to trust their employees' lives to RedGuard's products and brands.

For more information, visit https://redguard.com/