Welder

AtWork!; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AtWork Group is looking for a skilled Weld Operator in Rancho Cordova, California. The ideal candidate will perform MIG and TIG welding across various materials and meet precise specifications. Responsibilities include selecting welding materials, reading blueprints, and inspecting welds for quality.

Qualified candidates should possess a minimum of 6 months metalworking experience and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Join us to produce high-quality welds in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of sheet metal or metalworking experience.
• Ability to use MIG and TIG to perform basic butt and fillet welds.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Select appropriate gas and wire for each welding process.
• Perform MIG and TIG welding on customer products to specification.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Hand dexterity

Basic math skills

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Weld Operator to perform MIG and TIG welding across a variety of material gauges, alloys, and positions. This role is ideal for someone with hands‑on metalworking experience who takes pride in producing high‑quality welds and meeting precise specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Select appropriate gas and wire for each welding process
• Perform MIG and TIG welding on customer products to specification
• Cut materials using oxy‑acetylene and plasma torches as needed
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematics
• Fabricate, join, and repair metal components
• Execute groove, fillet, lap, butt, and full‑penetration welds
• Perform multi‑pass welds and full‑penetration stacks
• Weld holes up to 2 inches deep
• Build basic fixtures and straighten welded parts
• Visually inspect welds, tools, and equipment for defects or wear
• Perform carbon air arc cutting (testing required)
• Operate forklift (certification required/current)

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of sheet metal or metalworking experience
• Ability to use MIG and TIG to perform basic butt and fillet welds
• Ability to read blueprints and follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong hand dexterity with welding tools
• Basic math skills (addition and subtraction)
• Ability to obtain AWS D1.1 or D1.3 certifications if required