Welder - 2nd/3rd Shift, Higher Pay & Growth

Altec; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential (2nd/3rd shifts)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Training and certifications

Online learning

Job summary

Altec is hiring a Welder for 2nd and 3rd shifts in Saint Joseph, MO. You will weld, read blueprints, and assemble components that power critical infrastructure across the U.S. This role emphasizes precision, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Join a company with a long-standing legacy of American-made equipment, competitive pay with shift differential, and opportunities for training and advancement as you progress in your craft.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Welding experience with wire feed (MIG/TIG) and metal fabrication.
• Ability to pass a weld test and AWS D1.1 certification within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Fuse metal with MIG welding to craft components for utility and telecom applications.
• Read blueprints and schematics to assemble complex parts.
• Cut steel with torch or plasma and shape parts for assembly.
• Assemble truck and body components onto chassis using tools and ingenuity.
• Perform rework as needed and ensure welds meet high standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and support the team across shifts.

Skills

Welding

MIG/TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Torch

Plasma cutter

Job description

Altec is hiring a Welder for 2nd and 3rd shifts in Saint Joseph, MO. You will weld, read blueprints, and assemble components that power critical infrastructure across the U.S. This role emphasizes precision, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Join a company with a long-standing legacy of American-made equipment, competitive pay with shift differential, and opportunities for training and advancement as you progress in your craft.