Welder

Dakota Bodies; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company-paid Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Job summary

Dakota Bodies in Watertown, SD is seeking a Welder to fabricate, assemble, and weld metal components for trailers and truck bodies according to SOPs and blueprints. The role supports a team and may involve reading instructions from foreman or leads, with emphasis on quality and safety.

The position requires reading drawings, selecting welding methods, and welding in multiple positions. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment while adhering to 5S and

Qualifications

• Must maintain a safe working environment.
• Must pass a drug screen.
• Must be 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all quality requirements and follow company guidelines.
• Read blueprints and drawings and take/read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods.
• Set up components for welding according to specifications.
• Operate grinders to prepare parts.
• Weld components in various positions (vertical, horizontal, overhead).
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures for flaws.
• Maintain equipment in safe condition and support team efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow safety rules.

Skills

Safety mindset

Drug screening

18+ age

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.

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.

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!!!!