Welder III

Smeal SFA; Snyder (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Career development opportunities

Opportunities to relocate

Job summary

Smeal SFA in Snyder, NE, seeks a skilled Welder to join our production team and help fabricate high-quality fire apparatus. You will perform MIG and TIG welding, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet exacting specifications while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read tape measures, shop drawings, and perform precise layouts. This role supports USA-made products and career growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Weld using MIG and TIG procedures, including machine settings, bottles, and fittings.
• Weld aluminum and stainless steel; set up and maintain welding equipment.
• Inspect welds for cracks, burn-through, and spatter.
• Grind and clean weld areas as required.
• Follow TPM and safety procedures; assist in basic equipment maintenance.

Skills

GMAW (MIG)

GTAW (TIG)

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding machines

Job description

Requisition ID27620-Posted07/31/2026-Fire-Specialty Vehicles-Smeal SFA-Smeal-Production (Assembly/Factory)-Full-Time

Additional Locations:
Requisition ID: 27620

Smeal is recognized as a premier manufacturer, inventor, and innovator of custom fire apparatus. The company offers a full line of custom and commercial pumpers, rescue pumpers, aerial ladders, and urban interface vehicles. Smeal is committed to leading the industry in high-quality fire apparatus, delivery times and customer experience. Smeal sells its products worldwide and is based in Snyder, NE.

Smeal Apparatus, along with peer fire apparatus companies such as Spartan ER, are 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 REV:

• 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, 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

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, and climbing up and down ladders.
• Ability to work with arms above the 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 REV unique:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits start day one.
• Military-friendly employer
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Opportunities to relocate to other REV 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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