Welder II

ES Utilities South Dakota-USA; Brandon (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day one

Education reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Relocation opportunities

Made in USA

Job summary

Spartan Emergency Response, a division of Terex, is seeking a Welder for Specialty Vehicles to join our manufacturing team. You will perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum and stainless steel, read blueprints, and maintain welding equipment while following TPM and safety procedures.

Ideal candidates have 1 year in manufacturing, a high school diploma or GED, and strong measurement, communication, and teamwork skills. Drug and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Preferred 1-year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Preferred high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure for precise measurements.
• Must read blueprints, and engineering drawings and perform shop math to layout, fabricate and weld various parts and assemblies.
• Must process knowledge and experience in GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG welding machine).
• Ability to communicate professionally and follow directions.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Successful completion of the drug and background screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform all GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG) welding procedures including machine settings, bottles, and necessary fittings.
• Welding Aluminum and set up and maintaining welding machine (tip, liner, changes, etc.) and welding vertical, horizontal, and overhead.
• Inspect welds for cracks, burn through and weld spatter.
• Welding of aluminum and stainless steel where required
• Grind and clean areas where required
• Stay current in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and basic mechanical adjustments on all equipment as needed
• Follow hazardous waste disposal program and fire prevention procedures

Skills

Tape measure

Blueprints

Shop math

GMAW MIG welding

GTAW TIG welding

Communication

Teamwork

Drug and background screening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MIG welding machine

TIG welding machine

Welding safety equipment

Job description

Spartan Emergency Response (Spartan ER) is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of custom emergency response vehicles, cabs, and chassis. Driven by a commitment to quality and innovation, Spartan and its portfolio of brands Spartan Fire Apparatus and Chassis, Smeal Fire Apparatus, and Ladder Tower (LT) offer a broad range of apparatus to meet specific requirements and demands of the fire service industry. Spartan has a rich history in fire apparatus manufacturing with over 250 years of combined experience.

Spartan Emergency Response is part of Terex Corporation, a global designer and manufacturer of specialized vehicles and equipment, including fire and emergency vehicles, waste and recycling equipment, RV's, and machinery supporting construction, utilities, and infrastructure. With operations across the U.S. and globally, we are committed to safety, innovation, and quality while building products our customers depend on every day.

A day in the life of a Welder at Specialty Vehicles:

• Perform all GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG welding procedures including machine settings, bottles, and necessary fittings
• Welding Aluminum and set up and maintaining welding machine (tip, liner, changes, etc.) and welding vertical, horizontal, and overhead.
• Inspect welds for cracks, burn through and weld spatter.
• Welding of aluminum and stainless steel where required
• Grind and clean areas where required
• Stay current in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and basic mechanical adjustments on all equipment as needed
• Follow hazardous waste disposal program and fire prevention procedures

Required education, skills, and experience to be successful:

• Preferred 1-year experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferred high school diploma or GED
• Ability to read and use a tape measure for precise measurements
• Must read blueprints, and engineering drawings and perform shop math to layout, fabricate and weld various parts and assemblies
• Must process knowledge and experience in GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIGwelding machine
• Ability to communicate professionally and follow directions
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Successful completion of the drug and background screening

Physical demands in this role:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, and climbing up and down ladders.
• Ability to work with arms above head
• Ability to operate and understand the operation of all protective safety equipment in the area.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance
• Ability to work in non-temperature-controlled environments

What makes Specialty Vehicles unique:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits start day one
• Military friendly employer
• Education reimbursement
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Opportunities to relocate to other Specialty Vehicle locations
• All of our products are made in the USA

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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