Welder I - 2nd Shift - (Conversion Temp to Hire)

Powersecure-Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The weld tech at PowerSecure in Durham, NC is responsible for fabrication and welds per engineering drawings, ensuring quality and safety standards.

Minimum qualifications include 6 months welding experience, MIG welding proficiency, ability to read welding symbols and drawings, and fluent English. This is a conversion requisition onboarding temps to full-time status in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months welding experience required.
• Experience with MIG welding technique.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings containing weld symbols, work instructions, UL Standard, and written directions.
• Ability to read and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• The weld techs main responsibility is to work with his team and be sure that they are as efficient as possible while keeping safety and quality a priority.
• They will train in the proper use of power and pneumatic tools and their upkeep.
• They will communicate with the production manager with concerns of material shortages and drawing deficiencies.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading weld drawings

Quality awareness

Safety awareness

English language

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Posting Details

Posted on October 6, 2026

Locations

• Durham, NC 27703, USA
• On-site
• Manufacturing & Engineering
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: WELDE003447

Description

This is a conversion requisition for onboarding temp employees to FTE status.

Summary

The weld tech is responsible for fabrication and welds are being done by engineering drawings and meet quality and safety standards.

Qualification Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months welding experience required.
• Welder 1 – 6 months or more and proficiency.
• Welder 2 – 4 years or more and proficiency.
• Welder – 15 years or more and proficiency.
• Experience with MIG welding technique.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings containing weld symbols, work instructions, UL Standard, and written directions.
• Ability to read and communicate in English.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Knowledge of welding machines, plasma equipment, torches and general manufacturing practices.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate and discuss issues with peers and leaders.

Essential Functions

• The weld techs main responsibility is to work with his team and be sure that they are as efficient as possible while keeping safety and quality a priority.
• They will train in the proper use off power and pneumatic tools and their upkeep.
• They will communicate with the production manager with concerns of material shortages and drawing deficiencies.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift 40lbs and manipulate heavy test equipment and cables.
• Manual dexterity to operate digital equipment, including computers and PLC’s, protective relays, controllers, and other such equipment with small fine buttons and operators.
• Required to stand and walk on manufacturing floor throughout the day.

Work Environment

The work environment associated with this role can take place either indoors or outdoors depending on the nature of the project. Tolerance for various weather elements may be necessary. This is an active manufacturing setting; at times it will be noisy, and equipment will be moving.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time, based on business needs.

PowerSecure is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by law. This position is not open to third parties

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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