Stainless Steel Welder

Tampa Tank - Florida Structural Steel a Precision Build Company; Humboldt (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa Tank - Florida Structural Steel a Precision Build Company is seeking a Stainless Steel Welder to join their team in Humboldt, Iowa. The selected candidate will weld stainless steel tanks and assemblies using MIG welding equipment, following detailed blueprints and specifications.

Qualifications include a minimum of 2 years of experience with 300-series stainless steel welding. This position requires attention to safety and maintenance of a clean work area. If you're ready to advance your welding skills, apply today!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience welding 300-series stainless steel.
• Experience with tank fabrication preferred.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations safely according to company policies.
• Read and interpret tank sketches and blueprints.
• Select appropriate welder settings based on material type.

Skills

Welding 300-series stainless steel

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Basic mechanical aptitude

Ability to stand for extended periods

Safety knowledge in fabrication shop

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MIG welding equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

Job Title

Stainless Steel Welder

Reports To

Stainless Steel Foreman

Approved Date

1/2026

Summary

Welds stainless steel tanks and assemblies using MIG welding equipment in a shop environment, following layouts, welding diagrams, blueprints, and work orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations safely in accordance with company safety policies and procedures
• Read and interpret tank sketches, blueprints, welding diagrams, and work orders
• Accurately measure materials using a tape measure and other basic measuring tools
• Position parts in jigs, fixtures, or by clamping components together per layout marks
• Select appropriate welder settings based on welding charts, material type, and thickness
• Perform MIG welding on 300-series stainless steel components, including vertical and overhead welds
• Lay out, position, and tack weld workpieces prior to final welding
• Examine completed welds for bead size, appearance, and compliance with specifications
• Grind, chip, or remove excess weld, slag, or spatter as required
• Clean, degrease, and prepare parts before and after welding
• Perform repairs to cracked or damaged metal components, including filling holes and building up material
• Assist with tank pressure testing in accordance with written procedures, specifications, and supervision
• Maintain welding equipment in proper working condition, including torches, wire, and machines
• Complete required quality control and production documentation
• Willingness to learn new welding and other technologies as adopted
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area on a daily basis
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience welding 300-series stainless steel, preferably in the 12-gauge thickness range, in a fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Experience with tank fabrication is preferred

Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required with relevant welding experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying
• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods
• Ability to safely navigate and work in a fabrication shop environment
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with welding tools and shop equipment

Language Skills

• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, work orders, and safety documentation
• Ability to complete basic written documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide basic numbers
• Ability to apply measurements involving length, weight, and volume

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions
• Ability to handle routine tasks with occasional variables in a production environment