Welder / Fitter

Torrey Holistics; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Sacramento, CA seeks a Fitter/Welder I to support the fabrication of stainless-steel passenger rail car bodies. You will perform MIG welding, fitting, tacking, and assembly using drawings, jigs and fixtures to ensure quality from start to finish.

You will inspect welds for quality, repair defects as needed, and operate welding equipment while maintaining safety and scheduling. A high school diploma or GED is required; 3–5 years MIG stainless welding experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited weld education program and 2+ years MIG welding experience.
• AWS certification for stainless steel welding is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Weld, fit, tack, and assemble stainless-steel passenger rail car bodies and subassemblies using drawings, jigs, fixtures and welding equipment.
• Ensure welds and assemblies meet welding standards, engineering specs, tolerances and quality requirements.
• Inspect and repair fabrication defects while maintaining workmanship and safety throughout manufacturing.
• Safely operate welding tools and complete work orders with accurate labor hour tracking to meet production targets.
• Adhere to PPE, safety regulations, and maintain a clean, compliant work environment.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited weld education program

AWS certification (preferred)

Tools

MIG Welder

TIG Welder

Stick Welder

Job description

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us.We’re proud to be Great Place to Work certified—a reflection of our commitment to creating an environment where innovation thrives, and every voice matters. Apply today and be part of shaping the future with us!**Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: **https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.htmlPosition Overview:As a Fitter/Welder I, you will support a broad range of activities in a dynamic, high energy production environment in the fabrication of stainless-steel car bodies for the best rail vehicles in the world.This role has various shift need in two different departments. Please feel free to apply to both links below!Apply to both here: https://jobs.siemens.com/en_US/externaljobs/JobDetail/516060 and https://jobs.siemens.com/en_US/externaljobs/JobDetail/516422What your day may look like:Perform stainless steel welding, fitting, tacking, and assembly of passenger rail car bodies and subassemblies using detailed drawings, jigs, fixtures, and advanced welding equipment.Ensure all welds, assemblies, and finished products meet established welding standards, engineering specifications, dimensional tolerances, and quality requirements.Inspect and repair fabrication defects as needed while maintaining exceptional workmanship and attention to detail throughout the manufacturing process.Safely operate welding, hand, and power tools while adhering to all safety regulations, PPE requirements, and maintaining a clean, compliant work environment.Complete required work order and quality documentation, accurately track labor hours, and consistently meet production schedules, productivity goals, and budgeted labor targets with minimal supervision.This posting outlines the primary responsibilities of the role, but is not all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned in alignment with business needs.What you need to be successful:High school education or GED3-5 years MIG welding experience with emphasis on Stainless Steel or completion of accredited weld education program and 2 years MIG welding experienceGeneral mechanical backgroundBasic English skills - ability to read and understand written instructions and effectively communicate verballyWe would be impressed if you have:AWS certification for welding stainless steel using GMAW 3G vertical up and 4F overheadWorking knowledge of GTAW weldingAdditional Information:Upon offer of employment, candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen, as well as Pulmonary Function Test and Respirator Fit Test.The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential job duties:Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; climb, crawl in tight spaces or balance; talk and hear.Lift and move no more than 40 pounds.Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.Welders are required to wear a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR), and other required protective equipment.Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.This position is located in Sacramento, CA. The starting hourly rate is $23.01 plus there is a 10% shift differential for 2nd shift and 20% shift differential for 3rd shift. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.Purpose is the reason a company exists. It's not about making money or selling products - it's the deeper "why" behind everything we do. It answers the question: What problem are we solving? What positive change are we creating?For Siemens, our purpose has been clear for over 175 years: We create technology to transform the everyday, for everyone.The world needs technologies that work. Technologies that matter. Technologies that solve today's challenges and help shape a better tomorrow. And that's exactly what we build. By bringing together the real world (factories, buildings, power grids, trains) with the digital world (software, data, AI, digital twins), we help our customers become more competitive, resilient, and sustainable.**Our technology is everywhere** - in trains and transportation, we help move people faster, safer, and moresustainably.You should be proficient in:Welding Setups for ProductionVehicle & Fleet WeldingBlueprint ReadingMachines & technologies you'll use:MIG WelderTIG WelderStick Welder