Welder

Dondlinger & Sons Construction Co.; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Coverage

401K/Retirement

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Dondlinger Construction Company in Wichita, KS seeks a Welder to support commercial and civil construction projects. You will weld pipe and structural steel to high standards, following blueprints and specifications. A strong commitment to safety and precision is essential.

The role requires welding experience and the ability to pass a weld test, with 1–3 years in the industry typical. Offfering health-related benefits and opportunities within a growing team.

Qualifications

• This position requires proven experience as a Welder and the ability to pass a weld test.
• 1–3 years of industry-related experience is expected.
• Must know how to operate general metal shop equipment and tools.
• Ability to cut, fit, measure and weld metals to specification.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts.
• Prepare materials, including cutting, grinding, beveling and layout.
• Perform high-quality welding on pipe and structural steel using SMAW, TIG and MIG.
• Operate torches, grinders, saws and lift equipment safely.
• Weld and fabricate to support commercial and civil construction projects.
• Lift 50+ lbs as needed.

Skills

Welder experience

Pass weld test

Valid driver’s license

Safety conscious

Tools

SMAW (stick)

TIG welding

MIG welding

Metal working tools

Job description

Founded in 1898, Dondlinger Construction Company is a fourth-generation, employee-owned general contractor with more than 125 years of experience building the Midwest's infrastructure and communities. With offices in Wichita and Kansas City, Dondlinger provides commercial construction, bridge/heavy highway, underground utility, and earthwork services throughout Kansas. Dondlinger Construction is an EEO Employer,women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary: We are seeking a Welder to join our team in supporting commercial and civil construction projects. This role is responsible for welding pipe and structural steel to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. The ideal candidate has prior welding experience and a strong commitment to safety and precision.

Job Responsibilities:

A Welder performs any of the following duties on construction projects, sometimes working in varying capacity when required.

• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts.
• Prepare materials, including cutting, grinding, beveling and layout.
• Perform high-quality welding on pipe and structural steel using multiple welding processes, including SMAW (stick) TIG and MIG with various materials.
• Operate tools and equipment such as torches, grinders, saws and lift equipment safely and effectively.
• Weld and Fabricate to support Commercial and Civil construction projects.
• Other duties as necessary for the successful execution of tasks related to the project, including the ability to lift 50+ lbs independently.

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires proven experience as a Welder, and must pass a weld test
• 1-3 years or more of industry related experience is required for this position.
• Must have knowledge of operating general metal shop equipment and tools.
• Possess the demonstrated ability to cut, fit, measure and weld metals to create to specification.
• Must be able to work efficiently to limit rework and scrap material.
• Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment testing, including a drug screen.
• Must have a valid drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with rigging and hoisting material is preferred.
• Crane operating experience is a plus, but not required.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

What do we offer?

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• 401K/Retirement
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.