Skilled Welder - RedGuard

RedGuard; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Floating Holiday

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plans + Employer

Life Insurance

Teladoc Services

Employee Assistance Program

HSA

FSA

Pet Insurance

Safety Boot Reimbursement

Glasses Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement

And more

Job summary

RedGuard, a leader in modular safe structures, seeks a Skilled Welder I to fabricate, weld, and install steel components for blast-resistant buildings. You will work with cranes, torches, plasma, and welding machines to meet AWS standards and support on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have vocational welding training, experience with structural steel and blueprints, ability to read tape measures, and a commitment to safety in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with structural steel welding.
• Proficient in industry-standard welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and product specifications accurately.
• Solid basic math skills including reading a tape measure.
• Skilled with common hand and power tools (grinders, squares, torches, plasma cutters).
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Must pass 3G/4G welding certifications within 3 weeks with no more than 3 attempts.

Responsibilities

• Welds components in flat, vertical and overhead positions.
• Assists daily fit up and layout duties.
• Fabricates pieces conforming to specifications and blueprints.
• Minimizes scrap and rework; aims for quality improvements.
• Maintains schedules and budgets for tasks and projects.
• Cross-trains and uses multiple trade skills as assigned.
• Follows safety and security rules; keeps a clean work area.

Skills

Structural welding

Welding techniques

Blueprint reading

Measurement

Hand tools

Basic computer skills

Welding certifications

Education

Associates degree or welding certificate

2+ years welding/fitting in structural steel

2+ years MIG experience

2+ years fabrication experience

Job description

• Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday of YOUR Choice
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• 100% Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Teladoc® Services, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• HSA, FSA and Pet Insurance Options
• Safety Boot and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement Program
• And more!

Benefits

• 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 Disability 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 Position

The Skilled Welder I 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 I, you are integral in supporting RedGuard’s goal of delivering customers a quality product on time.

Responsibilities

• Welds components in flat, vertical and overhead positions.
• Assists 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.
• 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.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Prior experience with structural steel welding.
• Proficient in industry-standard welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and product specifications accurately.
• Solid basic math skills, including the ability to read a tape measure.
• Skilled in using common 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certificate in welding.
• 2+ years in fitting/welding trades in structural steel construction.
• 2+ years of Short Arc and Spray Arc MIG experience.
• 2+ years of fabrication experience.

Work Environment

• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 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.
• Must have full use of both hands and arms to perform tasks requiring coordination, strength, and fine motor skills. This includes handling tools or equipment, lifting or carrying materials, operating machinery, and performing repetitive or precise movements with both hands simultaneously.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability 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 has been classified as safety-sensitive. As such, the successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment drug testing and may be subject to ongoing testing in accordance with company policy and applicable federal regulations, including those established by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Drug and Alcohol Testing Consortium (DISA), where applicable.

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. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (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]

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/

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.

Salary Description

$23.00 - $26.00 per hour