Welder

Dakota Bodies Llc; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401K with company match

Paid vacation

Retention bonus

Job summary

Dakota Bodies Llc is seeking a Welder in Watertown, SD to fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components for truck bodies. You will read blueprints, set up equipment, and produce quality welds while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

The role supports a team environment and requires physical stamina and adherence to safety standards. Candidates should have 2–3 years of industrial welding experience, be 18+, and able to pass a drug screen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; college certs optional.
• 2–3 years industrial welding experience preferred.
• Must pass a drug screen and be 18+.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and measurements to plan welds.
• Set up welding equipment and weld components in various positions.
• Inspect welds for quality and safety.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and meet 5S standards.
• Assist team to complete trailers efficiently.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Drug screening

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Summary: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 proceduresDetermine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods based on requirementsSet up components for welding according to specificationsOperate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be weldedAlign components using fixtures, tape measure, levels, speed square, etc. and clamp piecesWeld 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 gapsTest and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flawsMaintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safetyAssist other welders in the completing of work to ensure work is completed as efficiently as possibleMaintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.Fast paced environmentAbility to lift 50 lbs and work in awkward positions while bending, stooping, kneeling or standing to work overhead for 10 hrs.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.Medical, Dental, Vision, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.401K with company matchPaid VacationRetention Bonus is available for all New HIres!!!!