Welder

Summit Bodyworks; Fort Lupton (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and

Disability Insurance

401(K) with company match

HSA and/or FSA

Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Holidays

Employee Car Discount Program

Job summary

Summit Bodyworks is hiring a Welder in Fort Lupton, CO to fabricate and weld metal parts for custom tool trucks and other specialty vehicles. You will read blueprints, perform welding, and ensure quality standards across fabrication tasks in a fast-paced shop environment.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, and you will operate and maintain welding equipment while collaborating with teammates to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Pass structural weld inspection and background/drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Construct and manufacture metal parts using various welding techniques.
• Read blueprints, schematics and engineering drawings.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure welds meet specification and standards.
• Maintain and repair welders and other fabrication tools.
• Collaborate with team to plan and prioritize work.
• Use hand and power tools as needed.

Skills

Welding

Metal fabrication

Blueprint reading

Tool operation

Quality inspection

Team collaboration

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Measuring tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Description

Summit Bodyworks, a premier builder of tool trucks, mobile libraries, moving trucks and other specialty vehicles has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Welder. Every truck we build is customized from the chassis up; we build our vehicles to suit the needs and desires of our diverse customer base. As part of our team you will perform metal fabrication and welding functions.

WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
• HSA and/or FSA, as applicable
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Construct and manufacture metals parts and products using various welding techniques.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and engineering drawings.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure welds meet specification and standards.
• Complete understanding of fixture welding and requirements for set-up & changes needed to complete the task.
• Ability to fabricate any item required to complete an assigned task.
• Use hand tools, power tools and measuring instruments to complete tasks.
• Maintain and repair welders and other large tools used in the fabrication department.
• Full understanding of what material is being welded and identify what weld process will be suitable for part/material.
• Collaborate with team members to plan and prioritize work assignments.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Frequent mobility and/or sitting, standing, bending or stooping for prolonged/extended periods
• Requires lifting up to 50 pounds frequently
• Requires lifting up to 75 pounds occasionally
• Requires eye‑hand coordination sufficient to operate machinery
• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours
• Requires working in a fast‑paced environment
• Requires a normal range of hearing and vision
• Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations
• Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing.
• Ability to pass structural weld inspection
• Knowledge of steel and aluminum fabrication techniques
• Experience in machine operations in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Ability to use various power and hand tools
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass a Post‑offer background check, physical and drug screening

JOB DETAILS:

• Type: Hourly
• Compensation Range: $22.00 - $26.00
• Bonus Eligibility: No
• Shift: 4 days a week, 10 hour days
• Reports To: Production Supervisor
• Closing Date: Open until filled

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