Welder

Dakota Bodies; Watertown (SD); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Dental & Vision

Company-paid life insurance

401K with company match

Paid Vacation

Retention Bonus

Descripción de la vacante

Dakota Bodies, LLC is seeking a Welder in Watertown, SD to fabricate, assemble and weld metal components for truck bodies. You will read blueprints, determine equipment settings, and ensure weld quality across multiple positions while maintaining a safe, efficient work environment.

The role requires the ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs, pass a drug screen, and work in a fast-paced setting. Prior welding experience is preferred; comprehensive benefits are offered.

Formación

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 2–3 years of industrial welding experience preferred.
• Must pass a drug screen and be at least 18 years old.

Responsabilidades

• Fabricate, assemble and weld metal components according to SOPs and blueprints.
• Inspect welds to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Read drawings, set up welding equipment and adjust settings as required.

Conocimientos

Welding

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Educación

High School diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

The position of a Welder is of great significance to our organization. This position fabricates, assembles, and welds metal/steel components on various truck bodies to SOP’s/Blueprints/Knowledge /Foreman and/or Lead Instructions. Assist other welders in the completion of trailers. Inspect welds to ensure quality standards are meet. Support a Team approach and complete other duties as assigned.

The position of a Welder is of great significance to our organization. This position fabricates, assembles, and welds metal/steel components on various truck bodies to SOP’s/Blueprints/Knowledge /Foreman and/or Lead Instructions. Assist other welders in the completion of trailers. Inspect welds to ensure quality standards are meet. Support a Team approach and complete other duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain all company Quality requirements and follow company guidelines utilizing a “Stop and Fix” mindset.
• Maintain a clean environment and follow company 5S + Safety Standards.
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Align components using fixtures, tape measure, levels, speed square, etc. and clamp pieces
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
• Prepare trailers and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
• Assist other welders in the completing of work to ensure work is completed as efficiently as possible
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Fast paced environment
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in awkward positions while bending, stooping, kneeling or standing to work overhead for 10 hrs.

Qualifications

Skills and Requirements

• Must possess the skill set to support a safe working environment.
• Must pass a drug screen.
• Must be 18 years old.

Education and Qualifications

• Preferred - High School degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from a certified college.
• Preferred – 2 to 3 years of Industrial Welding experience.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation
• Retention Bonus is available for all New Hires!

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