Welder

Midland Machinery; City of Tonawanda (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Machinery is seeking a Welder to join our Tonawanda, NY team. This full-time, on-site role involves fabricating and repairing components for road widening equipment using MIG and other welding processes. You will read blueprints, set up welds, and inspect work to ensure structural integrity and adherence to standards.

You will collaborate with the production team, maintain a clean, safe workspace, and perform basic equipment maintenance to keep operations efficient and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Proficient in core welding techniques, including Welding and Arc Welding.
• Skilled in MIG Welding for fabrication and repair work.
• Knowledge of materials used in heavy equipment manufacturing, including steel and alloys.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and weld symbols.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and repair components for road widening equipment using various welding processes, following blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
• Prepare materials, set up welding equipment, perform high-quality welds, and inspect finished work to ensure structural integrity and adherence to company standards.
• Collaborate with production team members, maintain a clean and safe work area, and perform basic equipment maintenance to support efficient operations.

Skills

MIG Welding

Welding (core techniques)

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Job description

Company Description Midland Machinery is an industry leader in road widening equipment, known for setting the gold standard in both self-propelled and attachment machines. The company focuses on purpose-built equipment designed to perform reliably in demanding road construction environments. All machinery is handcrafted in the Buffalo, NY area, reflecting a long-standing commitment to quality and craftsmanship since 1969. Team members join a legacy manufacturer with deep expertise in roadway equipment and a strong reputation in the industry.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Welder role based in Tonawanda, NY. The Welder will fabricate and repair components for road widening equipment using various welding processes, following blueprints, drawings, and work orders. Daily responsibilities include preparing materials, setting up welding equipment, performing high-quality welds, and inspecting finished work to ensure structural integrity and adherence to company standards. The role also involves collaborating with production team members, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and performing basic equipment maintenance to support efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Proficient in core welding techniques, including Welding and Arc Welding.
• Skilled in MIG Welding for fabrication and repair work.
• Knowledge of Materials used in heavy equipment manufacturing, including steel and alloys.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and weld symbols.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment with a strong focus on safety.
• Attention to detail, steady hand-eye coordination, and the ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and use hand and power tools safely.
• Relevant welding certification or vocational training preferred; prior experience as a welder in equipment or metal fabrication is an asset.