Welder

Bass Pro Shops; Flippin (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Advanced Welder responsible for welding, cutting, and brazing metal products. The role requires planning work orders, fabricating items, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and welding certification, with at least one year of experience preferred. Full-time benefits include medical, vision, and 401k retirement savings.

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary benefits

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• 1 year welding experience preferred; minimum 6 months as Entry Welder.
• Completion of formal apprenticeship or in-company training required.

Responsibilities

• Plans work orders and gathers tools/materials.
• Repairs and fabricates items using welding techniques.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and work area.

Skills

Welding

Mathematics

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Welding Certification

Job description

time left to apply End Date: May 31, 2025 (14 days left to apply)

job requisition id R226367

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Advanced Welder welds, cuts, and brazes metal pieces and products using pneumatic grinding and hand welding equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
2. Repairs and fabricates various items using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
3. Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, splatter, or shrinkage.
4. Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
5. Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
6. Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
7. ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certificate(s) or License(s): Welding certification from Technical College or Trade School

Years of experience: 1 year welding experience at a similar facility preferred; a minimum of 6 months in role as Entry Welder at current facility. Completion of a formal apprenticeship or successful completion of an in-company training program required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding, including designs, uses, maintenance, and repair.

Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models, and blueprints.

Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in various forms.

Basic understanding of mathematics related to welding assignments.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regular walking, standing, lifting up to 50 lbs.

Occasional sitting.

Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.

Manual dexterity and stability required for precision work.

Ability to see details at close range.

Ability to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

Performs tasks under general supervision, using established procedures and some innovation. Uses limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasionally makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, resorts, and attractions!

• Medical
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected basis.

Reasonable Accommodations:

Qualified individuals with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodations, contact us at [e-mail].