Welder/Brazer II

Carrier; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Life Insurance

Tax-advantaged accounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Carrier’s Charlotte, NC site seeks a Welder/Brazer II to join our team. This hands-on role covers end-to-end metal assembly from layout to final weld, with expertise in Pulsed MIG, Short-arc MIG and Submerged Arc processes.

Safety-first mindset and adherence to procedures are essential for this fast-paced environment. This 1st shift onsite position requires availability for weekends and overtime when needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years welding experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial settings (Pulsed MIG, Short-arc MIG or Submerged Arc).
• Pass onsite training for Overhead Crane Operation.
• Pass onsite 6G certification (Weld Test).
• Physical ability to weld in awkward positions and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-quality welding & assembly using Pulsed MIG, Short-arc MIG, and Submerged Arc processes.
• Perform layout and fit-up tasks with fixtures and jigs to ensure accuracy.
• Produce strong, smooth, non-porous welds with proper penetration.
• Conduct brazing tasks across materials and perform manual grinding as needed.
• Maintain efficient workflow and follow established assembly procedures.
• Operate equipment safely and report hazards; keep workspace clean and organized.

Skills

Pulsed MIG welding

Short-arc MIG welding

Submerged Arc welding

Overhead crane operation

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Plasma cutters

Acetylene torches

Tape measures

Angle finders

Job description

About Carrier

Carrier, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting‑edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life‑saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world‑class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

About This Role

Carrier’s manufacturing site in Charlotte NC is seeking a skilled Welder/Brazer II to join our team. This technical role focuses on the end‑to‑end assembly of metal products, from initial layout to final weld. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in MIG (Pulsed/Short‑arc) and Submerged Arc welding, with a proven ability to deliver consistent results in a fast‑paced environment. Beyond technical skill, the Welder/Brazer II serves as a steward of workplace safety, ensuring all machinery is operational and all safety standards are met without compromise.

This is a 1st shift onsite role and will include working weekends and over‑time when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Welding & Assembly: Execute high‑quality assembly of metal products using Pulsed MIG, Short‑arc MIG, and Submerged Arc processes.
• Precision Layout & Fit‑up: Perform complex layout and fit‑up tasks utilizing fixtures, positioners, and jigs to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Weld Integrity: Produce structurally sound, smooth, and non‑porous welds with consistent penetration.
• Technical Versatility: Conduct a variety of brazing functions across all materials, including manual grinding and forming as required.
• Production Efficiency: Optimize output by maintaining an efficient workflow while strictly adhering to established assembly procedures.
• Safety & Maintenance: Operate equipment safely, proactively report hazards to supervision, and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial welding i.e., Pulsed MIG, Short‑Arc MIG or Submerged Arc processes
• Pass the onsite training for Overhead Crane Operation
• Pass an onsite 6G certification (Weld Test)
• Physical ability to work and weld in awkward positions such as, kneeling, lying down and overhead, and climb & work from a ladder and lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior ASME Certification
• Comprehensive knowledge of industrial welding processes, equipment maintenance, and operational best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to execute vertical, flat, and overhead welds with superior penetration and high‑quality aesthetic finish.
• Proficient in the use of plasma cutters, acetylene torches, and various powered or manual shop tools (e.g., impact wrenches).
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and cut lists with high accuracy.
• Skilled in applied shop math, including fractions and angles, with precision in using tape measures and angle finders.
• Formally trained in overhead crane operation and comfortable working from heights/ladders.
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills for effective coordination with supervisors and cross‑functional departments.
• Ability to support production needs through overtime and weekend shifts as required.

Benefits

Employees are eligible for benefits, including:

• Health Care benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; wellness incentives
• Retirement benefits
• Time Off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty; military leave; purchased vacation
• Disability: Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Tax‑Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Healthcare Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
• Tuition Assistance

The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay Range

The hourly rate for this position is between $24.00 - $48.00 per hour. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.