Welder

Dakota Bodies; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; 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 in Watertown, SD is seeking a Welder to fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components for trailers and truck bodies in a fast-paced shop environment.

You will read blueprints, set up welding equipment, and weld in multiple positions while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work overhead as required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality requirements and follow guidelines with a Stop and Fix mindset.
• Read blueprints and plans to determine layout and procedures.
• Set up components for welding and select equipment per specs.
• Weld components in various positions and inspect for defects.
• Keep work area clean and safe; support a team-oriented workflow.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and work overhead in tight spaces as needed.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Safety conscious

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma / GED

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 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.

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 match
• Paid Vacation
• Retention Bonus is available for all New HIres!!!!