Welder

LBT, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Pet Insurance

Dental

401(k) with match

AFLAC

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Job summary

LBT, Inc. in Omaha, NE is seeking a Welder / Fitter to fabricate and assemble aluminum and steel tank components in accordance with engineering drawings, work orders, and welding procedures. You will lay out, fit, align, tack, and complete welds, read blueprints and weld symbols, and operate welding equipment safely.

The role requires accurate measurement, attention to detail, and effective teamwork. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k) with match, AFLAC,

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, vessel drawings, work orders, weld symbols, and welding instructions.
• Accurately use measuring devices; apply basic shop math and geometry.
• Lay out, position, align, fit, clamp, tack, and weld aluminum or steel components.
• Operate welding machines, torches, grinders, and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols to determine layout and sequence.
• Lay out, fit, clamp, tack, and weld components to specified tolerances.
• Inspect welds for accuracy and conformance to drawings and quality standards.
• Follow safety rules and production schedules.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Welding symbols

Measuring & geometry

Lay out & fit weld

Full/seam welding

Equipment operation

Tools

Welding machines

Torches

Grinders

Hand tools

Job description

The Welder / Fitter fabricates and assembles aluminum and steel tank, pressure-vessel, and tanker-trailer components in accordance with engineering drawings, work orders, welding procedures, quality standards, and production schedules. The position lays out, fits, aligns, tacks, and completes welds on components such as shells, heads, flanges, valves, piping, and structural parts. Success requires safe work practices, accurate measurement, attention to detail, dependable productivity, and effective teamwork.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, vessel drawings, work orders, weld symbols, and welding instructions to determine layout, dimensions, materials, and sequence of work.
• Accurately use tape measures and other measuring devices; apply basic shop math and geometry.
• Lay out, position, align, fit, clamp, tack, and weld aluminum or steel components to specified tolerances.
• Fit tank and vessel parts, including heads, shells, flanges, valves, piping, and structural components, using jacks, come-alongs, clamps, clips, wedges, and hand tools.
• Perform tack and full-seam welding in required positions using approved processes and procedures; complete weld tests as required for assignment.
• Operate welding machines, torches, grinders, and electric or pneumatic hand tools.
• Safely use overhead cranes, hoists, rigging, and forklifts to position materials and prepare work areas; obtain required certifications when assigned.
• Inspect fit-up and completed welds for accuracy, appearance, and conformity to drawings, procedures, and quality standards; correct defects as directed.
• Follow production schedules and complete assignments accurately and on time.
• Comply with all safety rules, confined-space procedures, personal protective equipment requirements, and equipment operating practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly care for tools and equipment.
• Work independently and collaboratively, follow instructions, and adapt to design or process changes.
• Perform other related fabrication, assembly, repair, or production duties as assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER

We care about our team, and offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical * Pet Insurance
• Dental * 401(k) with match
• AFLAC (Hospitalization, Critical Care, etc.)
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer
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