Welder

Union Tank Car Company - UTLX; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Holiday and Vacation Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

UTLX, part of Marmon Holdings, is seeking safety‑focused welders to support our heavy industrial manufacturing environment in Alexandria, LA. You will weld, fit, fabricate, and assemble metal parts according to specifications, drawings, and procedures.

The role requires hands‑on work with welding equipment and power tools, with potential overtime based on production needs. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, performing various welding processes, measuring and fitting parts, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Proven MIG and Stick or Flux Core welding experience.
• Ability to pass welding tests or qualifications.
• Capability to read blueprints, work instructions, and welding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and Stick, or Flux Core welding based on training, experience, and assignments.
• Weld parts according to drawings and procedures.
• Read blueprints and follow welding instructions and procedures.
• Measure, fit, and assemble metal components for welding.
• Prepare and finish welds; inspect completed work for quality and compliance.
• Operate welding equipment and support tools safely.

Skills

MIG welding

Stick welding

Flux Core welding

Blueprint reading

Tape measure

Hand tools

Safety

Teamwork

Job description

UTLX

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, UTLX Manufacturing relies heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

We are seeking safety-focused, dependable Welders to support our manufacturing operations. In this role, you will weld, fit, fabricate, and assemble metal parts and components according to specifications, drawings, welding procedures, and production requirements. This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy hands-on work and are comfortable working with welding equipment, power tools, and large metal components in a heavy industrial environment.

Primary responsibilities and/or essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Perform MIG and Stick, or Flux Core welding based on training, experience, certification level, and assigned work
• Weld metal parts and components according to specifications, drawings, welding procedures, and production requirements
• Read, understand, and follow blueprints, work instructions, and welding procedures
• Perform metal fit-up and assembly work to fabricate and attach components
• Measure, position, align, and secure parts before welding
• Cut and prepare metal components for fabrication and assembly
• Grind seams, remove slag, clean welds, and prepare metal surfaces as needed
• Inspect completed work to help ensure weld quality, proper fit, and compliance with specifications
• Operate machinery and material-handling equipment to position, rotate, and move large components
• Safely operate welding equipment, hand tools, power tools, grinders, torches, and other production equipment
• Rotate to different work areas or assignments based on production needs
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all established safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment
• Maintain reliable and punctual attendance
• Support quality projects, production goals, and company initiatives
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Previous MIG and Stick, or Flux Core welding experience
• Ability to pass required welding tests or qualifications
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, blueprints, and welding procedures
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure and other basic measuring tools
• Experience using welding equipment, hand tools, power tools, and grinders
• Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with metal parts and components
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a hands-on manufacturing environment
• Reliable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with more than one welding process, including MIG (GMAW), Stick (SMAW), or Flux Core (FCAW)
• Previous welding, fabrication, fit-up, assembly, or manufacturing experience
• Experience working from fabrication drawings, blueprints, or welding procedures
• Experience using cranes or other material-handling equipment
• Experience working in an industrial or lean manufacturing environment

Work Environment & Schedule

• Work performed in an industrial railcar manufacturing facility with physically demanding conditions
• Exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, noise, and heat
• Requires moderate to heavy physical labor, including lifting, climbing, and working at heights or in confined spaces
• Requires strong hand-eye coordination and sustained visual attention
• Required to wear PPE and follow all safety procedures
• On-site role: 5 days per week, with overtime as needed

Disclaimer

Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law, to include background check, physical, and drug and alcohol screen.

It is the policy of UTLX to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, and to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons in all job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation, gender identify, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic protected by the law.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive wages
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Holiday and Vacation Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.