Welder I

PLUG POWER INC; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Plug Power Inc. in Missouri is seeking a Welder I–II to join our fabrication team. You will weld components to ASME specifications, read drawings, and set up parts using grinders and calipers while ensuring precision across multiple positions.

The role offers hourly pay of $21.00–$29.50 with benefits including health/dental/vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. On-site work environment with career growth through senior welding tracks.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year welding and fabrication experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Must pass on-site welding test.
• Knowledge of ASME welding standards.

Responsibilities

• Weld components following WPS and engineering callouts.
• Read blueprints and measurements to plan layout.
• Set up components and weld in various positions.
• Inspect welds to ensure quality and compliance.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Precision welding

Tools

GTAW

GMAW

FCAW

Calipers

Saws

Job description

WelderStatus: Non-exempt (hourly)Position SummaryThe welder is responsible for the construction of various products primarily focusing on welding and fabrication techniques. The welder will follow the process below in every welding scenario (I, P, W, C, I)Identify materials to be welded and appropriate welding/ fabrication method.Prepare and fit materials for welding/ fabrication using grinders, clamps, tape measures, etc.Weld materials within the WPS parameters per the engineering weld callout.Clean welded materials.Inspect welds to ensure quality standards and engineering weld callouts have been met.Core Duties and ResponsibilitiesOperate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precisionRead blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and proceduresDetermine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirementsSet up components for welding according to specificationsOperate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be weldedAlign components using calipers, tape measures, etc. and clamp piecesWeld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)Able to determine that weld meets ASME specificationsEducation and ExperienceThe ideal candidate will have a steady hand and great attention to detailKnowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essentialProven experience as welderExperience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (GTAW, GMAW, FCAW)Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawingsKnowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)Minimum one year welding and fabrication experience*Must be able to pass on-site welding test*Welder I – 0-5 years’ experienceWelder II – 5-8 years’ experienceSenior Welder– 8+ years’ experienceMaster Welder – 10+ years’ experience & Cryogenic experiencePay Rate:$21.00 - $29.50We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:✓Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply.✓The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.✓Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire✓401(k) with 5% company match✓Bonus eligibility✓Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time✓Paid Holidays✓Wellness Reimbursement Program✓Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement✓Fertility and Family Building Benefit✓Employee Referral program✓Employee Assistance ProgramPlug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.