Welder

Speedway Motors Inc; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry is seeking a skilled welder to join their team. The position involves MIG and TIG welding, metal fabrication, and ensuring high-quality standards in a modern, well-equipped shop. The ideal candidate will have an associates degree in technology or welding and at least one year of experience. Join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Wellness Program and Healthy Living Reimbursement

Discount on Speedway Motors Product

Paid Parental Leave

Steel Toe Shoe and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of related experience or equivalent education.
• Knowledgeable in safety measures and machine shop operations.
• Familiar with welding setup parameters and materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on various materials.
• Read blueprints and finish welds to high standards.
• Use metal fabrication equipment and tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Knowledge of welding symbols

Machine shop skills

Education

Associates degree in technology or welding

Job description

Looking to join our team? Here’s what we’re looking for!

Are you a hands-on worker who takes pride in solid, high-quality welds? We’re looking for a welder to join our team, someone who knows their way around MIG and TIG welding and isn’t afraid to take on a variety of metal fabrication tasks.

You'll be working in a brand-new, modern shop that’s air-conditioned, clean, and equipped with top-notch tools. Air quality is excellent, and you’ll have everything you need to do your job right.

We work four 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday. If we need to put in overtime, it’s on Friday.No weekends.

We believe strongly in our company values and live them out each day! We work together as One Team across all departments, Choose Positivity in everything we do, put People First, encourage speaking up because You Have a Voice, and above all else we are Driven to Succeed. If you can embrace these values and they align with who you are, then we’d love to chat with you!

Job overview

In this role, you’ll use MIG and TIG welding techniques to bring our designs to life, working with a variety of materials and metal fabrication tools. From reading blueprints to finishing welds, your attention to detail will help ensure everything we produce meets the highest standards.

If you’re someone who values safety, shows up ready to contribute, and is always looking to learn and grow, we think you’ll fit right in. Sound like a good match? We’d love to hear from you!

Here are the specifics:

• Perform smooth high quality MIG and TIG welding with working knowledge of weld setup parameters for various types of materials.
• Use metal fabrication equipment to fabricate parts that may be needed for welding jobs which may include metal cutting tools, press brakes and any other metal fabrication equipment in the department.
• Use multiple machines to cut material to drawn specifications, programing, and maintenance and repairs when needed.
• Use custom and precision measuring instruments including micrometers, jigs and miters to measure dimensions and ensure accuracy of fabricated parts.
• Read blueprints including welding symbols.
• Finish grinding required using manual power tools to smooth weld surfaces – removing burrs, sharp edges and other imperfections from work piece.
• Use appropriate PPE and follow established safety regulations and procedures.
• Use tools and equipment to manipulate materials including tube benders, drills, presses, grinders, etc.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and follow through on commitments.
• Embrace and live out Speedway Motors core values.
• Adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate flexibility in a dynamic work setting.
• Seek opportunities for continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

We’ll take care of you – here's how!

We put our employees first, and care about your well-being and personal life. From a competitive benefits package and 401k plan to growth opportunities, we have your best interest in mind, always.

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Wellness Program and Healthy Living Reimbursement
• Discount on Speedway Motors Product, Rent Discount for all Speedway Properties, and Referral Bonuses.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Four-Day Work Weeks; Monday-Thursday
• Steel Toe Shoe and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement, Uniforms are Supplied

Work Environment

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry materials up to 50 pounds regularly and 100 pounds rarely.
• Exposure to machinery, noise, and production-related hazards; use of PPE required.
• May involve overtime or weekend work based on production needs.
• Work environment is fast-paced and may include fluctuating temperatures and airborne particles.

What you’ll need to succeed in this position:

• Associates degree in technology or welding preferred with a minimum of 1 year of related experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be knowledgeable in welding symbols, able to read technical manuals, blueprints and various documents.
• Knowledgeable in the procedures and safety measures in area(s) of machine shop/welding operations and familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledgeable of wire and filler material applications for mild steel alloys, aluminum and other non-ferrous materials; working knowledge of weld setup parameters (amps, volts, currents).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external individuals.
• Strong attention to detail.
• All-encompassing machine shop skills and experience preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills required.

About Speedway Motors:

Speedway Motors is the oldest speed shop in the USA. We’re one of the biggest, too, and we help millions of car enthusiasts, racers, and gearheads create meaningful experiences they’ll remember forever. With their friends, with their families, and in their community. We take that mission seriously, and it brings exciting problems to solve. See us in action at: www.speedwaymotors.com.