Welder DSW

Delta Star Inc.; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Corporate bonus plan

Paid time off

Sick pay

Floating holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

Delta Star Inc. is seeking a motivated Welder GP to support welding and fabrication activities in a safety-forward environment. You will assist with preparation, assembly, and basic welding tasks while learning blueprint reading and equipment operation.

You will help with material preparation, documentation, and ensure welding operations meet quality standards, maintaining a clean and safe workspace on site. Training for crane operations is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; background check and physical may be required.
• Willingness to learn welding processes and safety practices.
• Ability to read/learn blueprints with guidance.

Responsibilities

• Assist welders with preparation and basic welding tasks.
• Learn blueprint reading and equipment operation.
• Complete documentation to ensure welding operations meet quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding processes

Overhead crane operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

This is an exciting time to be joining Delta Star!

We are Delta Star! The largest, American-owned medium power transformer manufacturer in the United States and the premier manufacturer of mobile transformers and mobile power substations in North America.

We are an industry-leader that has harnessed the power of electricity to reliably connect you to an essential part of modern-day life. Giving you the peace of mind you deserve to go out and make the world a better place!

Summary

Delta Star Inc. is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Welder GP to support welding and fabrication activities under the guidance of higher-level welders. If you’re eager to learn welding processes, develop mechanical skills, and contribute to high-quality transformer manufacturing, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

As a Welder GP, you’ll assist welders with preparation, assembly, and basic welding support tasks while learning blueprint reading, equipment operation, and safe work practices. You’ll help prepare materials, support fabrication steps, and complete documentation to ensure welding operations run smoothly and meet quality standards.

A Day in the Life

Your day may include reading blueprints with guidance, preparing metal components, assisting with welding processes, cleaning spatter and slag, and staging materials for fabrication. You’ll operate grinders, saws, and other tools, help position components, and support crane operations under supervision. You’ll also complete documentation accurately and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Specific Duties

• Read blueprints, lay out materials, and assist in welding assigned components under direction.
• Clean refuse, spatter, slag, and tack marks.
• Use assigned stencil to properly label work.
• Assist with welding processes using various welders and materials.
• Support brazing and arc-welding tasks.
• Operate an overhead crane under supervision; set up pendant and assist with rigging.
• Perform tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding.
• Complete DIRs and paperwork under higher-level guidance.
• Assist repairing broken/cracked parts, filling holes, and building up worn areas.
• Assist welding headers under supervision.
• Identify required gases for basic welding operations.
• Operate cold saw (band saw) and iron worker.
• Position and clamp metal components prior to welding.
• Assist with weld-cover installation on tanks.
• Assist with rework and initial inspection activities.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an enthusiastic learner with strong safety habits, basic mechanical aptitude, and an interest in welding and fabrication.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass background check, drug test, and physical.
• Ability to operate an overhead crane (training provided).
• Ability to read or learn to read blueprints.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to identify basic welding wire types.
• Ability to perform weld tests and minor repairs with assistance.
• Ability to read a Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) with support.
• Must pass:
  • 3G FCAW test
  • 1G SMAW test with E7018
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong safety awareness and PPE compliance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Quality and accuracy of weld support tasks
• Timeliness and completeness of DIR documentation
• Progress in welding certification and skill development
• Housekeeping and organization of work area

Why Join Us?

At Delta Star, you'll be part of a supportive and forward‑thinking team that values professionalism, efficiency, and exceptional service. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. Our retirement offerings vary by location but include employer contributions to retirement plans, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and a corporate bonus plan.

You’ll also enjoy paid time off, sick pay, floating holidays, and access to programs such as flexible spending accounts or similar consumer benefits. Additionally, we provide education assistance to help you grow in your career.

At Delta Star, we’re committed to helping you thrive both personally and professionally.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO Statement

Delta Star is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.