Welder 2G

Miller Industries; Tennessee; On-site; USD 23,800 - 32,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate-controlled environment

4-on 4-off schedule

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company‑matched 401(k)

Nine paid holidays per year

Job summary

Miller Industries is seeking a welder for on-site fabrication and assembly of towing and recovery equipment in Tennessee. You will perform MIG welding, read AWS blueprints, and ensure health and safety standards while working a 4-on-4-off schedule.

Position involves standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working day shifts in a climate-controlled plant with opportunities for training and career advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education and experience.
• One to three months of related experience or training.
• Must be able to work a 4‑on, 4‑off schedule.
• Ability to read AWS blueprints and perform health‑and‑safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Position parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks.
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Repair broken or cracked metal objects, fill holes, and build up metal parts.
• Lay out, position, and tack‑weld workpieces.
• Scarface or groove weld prior to applying filler metal.
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or spatter.
• Clean or degrease parts.
• Perform MIG welding.
• Read AWS blueprints.
• Perform physical aspects of the job, including climbing step ladders, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, and standing for long periods.

Skills

MIG welding

AWS blueprints

PPE compliance

4-on-4-off schedule

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PPE equipment

Job description

About Miller Industries

Miller Industries makes the coolest, biggest, and toughest towing and recovery vehicles in the world. You’ve seen our vehicles on television shows such as “Highway Thru Hell,” “Wrecked,” and “Hustle and Tow.” We are proud of the work we do and the quality we produce – we hire only the best people. Do you have what it takes to be part of the world’s largest manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment?

Compensation

$28,000 per year

Our Culture and Work Environment

• Climate‑controlled work environment
• Compressed 4‑day work week (4 days on, 4 days off)
• Most jobs are on day shift
• Bonus eligibility (twice a year) based on company and plant performance
• Regular performance evaluations and merit increases
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
• Career advancement opportunities
• Family day outings
• Free on‑site annual health & wellness screenings
• Regular two‑way communication sessions with leadership
• On‑site weld academy – paid training, Ooltewah, TN only

Job Responsibilities

• Position parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks.
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Repair broken or cracked metal objects, fill holes, and build up metal parts.
• Lay out, position, and tack‑weld workpieces.
• Scarface or groove weld prior to applying filler metal.
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or spatter.
• Clean or degrease parts.
• Perform MIG welding.
• Read AWS blueprints.
• Perform physical aspects of the job, including climbing step ladders, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education and experience.
• One to three months of related experience or training.
• Must be able to work a 4‑on, 4‑off schedule.
• Ability to read AWS blueprints and perform health‑and‑safety compliance.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Requires standing for extended periods of time.
• Must wear required PPE (including PAPR).
• Must lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Benefits

• Day shift opportunities (second shift employees receive a $1.50 per hour premium when applicable).
  4‑on 4‑off schedule; off half of the weekends during the year.
• Overtime available.
• Double time paid for work on Sundays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑matched 401(k).
• AD&D, disability, and basic life insurance – no cost to you.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Regular performance evaluations.
• Earn additional time off with perfect attendance.
• One unpaid excused absence per year.
• 40 hours paid vacation after one year.
• Nine paid holidays per year.
• Quarterly gifts and PTO for perfect attendance.
• Birthday lunch.
• Annual company picnic day at a local amusement park – free for you and family members.

Miller Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.