Welder

Sandvik Mining and Construction de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Parental leave

Training and development

Job summary

Sandvik is seeking a Welder for our Production Team in Alachua, Florida. This on-site, full-time role involves assembling rotary drilling rigs, reading blueprints, and ensuring quality while adhering to safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and welding certification with strong mechanical skills. Overtime or shift work may be required. Location: Alachua, FL. Pay ranges from $20–$26/hour with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Welding certification and a strong mechanical background.
• Familiarity with hand tools and welding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks to assemble subassemblies and drilling rigs.
• Follow blueprints, work instructions, and checklists to ensure top-quality results.
• Use hand and power tools to support assembly based on BOM and manufacturing systems.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Assembly, Quality, Engineering, and more.

Skills

Welding

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Overtime flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Join Our Talent Community for Opportunities as a Welder!

Are you passionate about precision, craftsmanship, and working with your hands? We are always looking for great Welders to join our Production Team in Alachua, Florida to build high-quality rotary drilling rigs used worldwide to extract the critical resources that fuel industries and power progress.

While we may not have an immediate opening for this role, we review applications regularly and will reach out when a position aligns with your skills and experience. Thank you for considering a career with us!

Location: Alachua, FL | Full-Time | On-Site | Hourly

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm

What You'll Do:

• Perform welding tasks to assemble subassemblies and drilling rigs.
• Follow blueprints, work instructions, and checklists to ensure top-quality results.
• Use hand and power tools to support assembly based on BOM and manufacturing systems.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Assembly, Quality, Engineering, and more.

What You Bring:

• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Welding certification and a strong mechanical background.
• Familiarity with hand tools and welding equipment.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to work overtime or shifts as needed.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. on an indefinite basis without sponsorship

Why Join Us?

• Starting Pay Range: $20 - 26/hour based on experience + bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, disability, and 401(k)
• Parental leave of up to 14 weeks off
• Opportunities for training, development, and career growth
• A collaborative and supportive work culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Physical & Safety Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb throughout the workday
• Frequently lift and move items over 50 lbs
• Must wear required PPE and successfully complete fit-for-work assessments (audiogram, lift test, physical exam)
• Comfortable working in a loud, fast-paced manufacturing environment

What to Expect

All applicants will be invited to complete a brief online assessment through Alva Labs as part of our application process. This includes a logic and personality test designed to help us better understand your strengths and working style. The assessment is quick, user-friendly, and helps us ensure a fair and consistent evaluation for every candidate. Watch for an email from Alva Labs after you apply.

Sandvik is an equal-opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail].