Welder

Equiliem; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k)

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Payroll Payment Options

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking a Leak-Proof Welder in Waukesha, WI to operate welding and fabrication equipment, assemble three-phase tanks, and ensure leak-proof seams per blueprints and customer specs.

Ideal candidates have MIG/arc welding experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, and can safely operate material-handling equipment; core hours are 7:00 AM-3:00 PM with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years MIG and arc welding experience or completion of a 1-year technical school diploma.
• Able to read blueprints, shop orders and material specifications.
• Must pass welding test with at least 80%.
• Able to operate welding and fabrication equipment, including grinders, torches and plasma cutters.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and perform required physical tasks.
• Overtime and weekend availability; US work authorization without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Review shop orders and blueprints to verify dimensions.
• Cut and trim materials with oxygen-acetylene torches and plasma cutters.
• Assemble parts to front plates per drawings and verify part numbers.
• Weld front plates, tank bottoms, tanks bodies and corrugate components.
• Operate pulse welders and stud welders as required.
• Grind excess welds and prep finished units.
• Move completed tanks on conveyors and document completion.
• Complete safety and quality checklists.

Skills

MIG welding

Arc welding

Blueprint reading

Material handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-year technical school diploma

Tools

Oxygen-acetylene torches

Plasma cutters

Welding equipment

Job description

Location:Waukesha, WI

Schedule/Shift: Core hours: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM

Pay:$27.40 per hour

Job Summary

The Leak-Proof Welder operates welding and fabrication equipment to assemble three-phase, switch module, and regulator tanks with leak-proof seams. This role involves interpreting blueprints, verifying material dimensions, preparing and welding components, and inspecting finished assemblies to meet customer specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate has MIG and arc welding experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, and the ability to safely operate material-handling equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Review shop orders, blueprints, and material specifications to verify dimensions and component requirements.
• Cut and trim materials using oxygen-acetylene torches and plasma cutters as required.
• Assemble component parts to front plates, verifying part numbers and locations against engineering drawings.
• Splice multiple pieces of material to fabricate front plates and other tank components.
• Inspect corrugate materials to verify proper volute dimensions.
• Weld front plates, tank bottoms, tank bodies, and corrugate components to create leak-proof seams.
• Operate pulse welding machines, stud welders, and other welding equipment as required.
• Grind excess weld material from seams, edges, and gasket seats to ensure proper fit and finish.
• Clean and prepare completed units to meet applicable customer requirements.
• Position completed tanks on conveyor lines and stamp them with employee identification numbers.
• Attach shop orders to completed units and verify required documentation is signed.
• Operate jib and bridge cranes to move and position heavy materials and assemblies.
• Assist coworkers with assembling and positioning large units.
• Complete required safety and quality checklists.
• Follow product quality guidelines, welding standards, and all applicable safety procedures.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of MIG and arc welding experience OR completion of a 1-year technical school diploma in a related field.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop orders, and material specifications.
• Ability to successfully complete the required welding test with a score of at least 80%.
• Ability to operate welding and fabrication equipment, including grinders, cutting torches, and plasma cutters.
• Ability to use fixtures and jigs during assembly.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, grab, stand, walk, push, pull, and safely lift and lower materials.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Education

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution required.
• Completion of a 1-year technical school diploma in a related field preferred or required as an alternative to the welding experience requirement.

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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