Welder I (Nights)

Delta Star Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Star Inc. is seeking a motivated Welder I to support welding and fabrication activities under the guidance of higher‑level welders.

If you’re eager to build foundational welding skills, learn blueprint reading, and contribute to high‑quality transformer manufacturing, we want to hear from you! As a Welder I, you’ll assist experienced welders with basic fabrication tasks, material preparation, and component positioning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, lay out materials, and assist with welding assignments under guidance.
• Clean refuse, spatter, slag, and tack marks.
• Label work and components using a stencil.
• Assist welding using various welder types and materials.
• Support brazing and arc-welding processes.
• Operate an overhead crane under supervision; assist with rigging and setup.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane operation

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-driven Welder I to support welding and fabrication activities under the guidance of higher‑level welders. If you’re eager to build foundational welding skills, learn blueprint reading, and contribute to high‑quality transformer manufacturing, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

As a Welder I, you’ll assist experienced welders with basic fabrication tasks, material preparation, and component positioning. You’ll learn welding processes, equipment operation, and documentation requirements‑all while supporting a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.

A Day in the Life

Your day may include reading blueprints with support, preparing materials for welding, cleaning spatter and slag, and helping position and clamp components. You’ll assist with brazing and arc‑welding tasks, operate cranes under supervision, and complete basic cutting and grinding work. You’ll also document your work properly and support rework or inspections as needed.

Specific Duties

• Read blueprints, lay out materials, and assist with welding assignments under guidance.
• Clean refuse, spatter, slag, and tack marks.
• Use an assigned stencil to properly label work and components.
• Assist in welding using various welder types and materials.
• Support brazing and arc‑welding processes.
• Operate an overhead crane under supervision; set up the pendant and assist with rigging.
• Perform thermal cutting, grinding, and related tasks.
• Complete DIRs and required paperwork with support.
• Assist with repairs on broken or cracked parts and build 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 for welding.
• Assist with weld‑cover installation on tanks.
• Support rework and initial inspection activities.

What We’re Looking For

A dependable, safety‑focused learner who is ready to build foundational welding skills and contribute to high‑quality assembly work.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass a 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 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 the following tests:
  • 3G FCAW
  • 1G SMAW with E7018
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to PPE compliance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Safety compliance and proper PPE use
• Accuracy and consistency of welding support tasksQuality of cleaning, prep, and layout work
• Completion and accuracy of DIRs
• Progress toward required welding certifications
• Housekeeping and 5S adherence

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.

Pay Transparency

We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Compensation for this position will be determined within the posted salary range based on factors such as candidate qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, market competitiveness, skills, and certifications. For union‑represented roles, pay is established by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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.