Welder – 2nd & 3rd Shift | Build America's Infrastructure

Altec Industries, Inc; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting wage

Shift differential

Health, dental, vision

Matching 401(k)

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Training & certifications

Job summary

Altec Industries, Inc. is seeking Welders for 2nd and 3rd shifts to build critical equipment powering utilities nationwide. You will fuse metal, read blueprints, and assemble truck and body components on chassis, contributing to durable, high‑quality products.

You’ll join a team that values safety, training, and career growth, with competitive wages, shift differentials, and company‑sponsored learning opportunities. Be part of a legacy since 1929.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Welding knowledge from experience or vocational school.
• Experience with wire feed welding (MIG/TIG), cutting, and metal fabrication.
• Ability to pass a preliminary weld test and complete AWS D1.1 Code certification within 60 days of hire.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Willingness to work off-shift (especially 3rd shift).

Responsibilities

• Fuse metal with MIG/TIG welding to craft components for utility and telecom applications.
• Read blueprints and schematics to assemble complex parts.
• Cut steel with torch or plasma to shape components.
• Assemble truck and body components onto chassis using hands and tools.
• Perform rework as needed to meet Altec’s welding standards.
• Maintain a tidy, safe workspace and support team members.

Skills

MIG/TIG welding

Welding safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Altec Industries, Inc. is seeking Welders for 2nd and 3rd shifts to build critical equipment powering utilities nationwide. You will fuse metal, read blueprints, and assemble truck and body components on chassis, contributing to durable, high‑quality products.

You’ll join a team that values safety, training, and career growth, with competitive wages, shift differentials, and company‑sponsored learning opportunities. Be part of a legacy since 1929.