Welder - Weekend

City of Lincoln; Sharon (Mercer County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Solomon is seeking an experienced Welder to join our production team in Sharon, PA. You will fabricate and weld transformer components, interpret engineering drawings, and ensure high-quality builds.

The role requires hands-on welding for oil-filled or dry-type transformers and collaboration with engineering, quality, and production teams. The position emphasizes MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, with a Friday-to-Sunday shift, and a focus on safety and continuous improvement in welding

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with metal fabrication, welding techniques.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings for precise builds.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG and/or Stick welding.

Responsibilities

• Weld and assemble transformer components including tanks and brackets.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and welding specs.
• Ensure proper fit-up using jigs, clamps and measuring tools.
• Perform grinding and surface prep before and after welding.
• Conduct pre- and post-weld inspections for quality standards.
• Operate shop equipment safely and mentor novice welders.

Skills

Metal fabrication

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Read drawings

Safety compliance

Team mentoring

Education

High school diploma

Welding trade school

Job description

• Location 670 S Dock St,Sharon, PA, 16146,United States
• Base Pay $29.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Kelley Thompson
• Phone [phone]

Description

We are looking for an experienced Welder to join our production team. This position is responsible for the fabrication and welding of various components used in the manufacturing and repair of transformers. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with metal fabrication, welding techniques, and can interpret engineering drawings to ensure high‑quality and precise builds. The hours for this position are Friday to Sunday 12 hours, 5:00AM to 5:30PM, with a guaranteed 40 hours.

• Weld and assemble transformer components including:
• Transformer tanks (oil-filled or dry-type)
• Radiator fins and brackets
• Lifting lugs, base channels, conservators, and other structural parts
• Use MIG, TIG, and/or Stick welding techniques based on material and project requirements.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications.
• Ensure proper fit-up and alignment of welded parts using jigs, clamps, and measuring tools.
• Perform grinding, cutting, and surface preparation prior to and after welding.
• Conduct pre‑weld and post‑weld inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Repair cracks, leaks, or damage on transformer tanks or components as required.
• Operate hand tools, overhead cranes, forklifts, and other shop equipment safely.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools provided by the organization
• Communicate with engineering, quality, and production teams regarding design changes or fabrication issues.
• Ability to mentor novice welders in the area of welding and fabrication
• Support continuous improvement efforts in welding and fabrication processes.
• Following all safety protocols which includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), glove, safety glasses, etc.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly workstation.
• Other assigned duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; welding trade school or technical training preferred.
• 3-5 years of welding experience required
• Air arc gouging, plasma cutting, and stud gun experience required
• Proven experience in welding oil or liquid filled tanks required
• Complete and pass pre‑employment and annual respiratory fit testing in compliance with OSHA standards
• Proficient in welding processes (MIG, TIG, Stick) on mild and stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Knowledge of ASME or AWS welding codes is a plus.
• A proven track record in safety excellence is required.
• Adheres to all safety and environmental compliance regulations set by the organization. Notify management immediately of any safety concerns, hazardous conditions, or injuries.
• Meet department and production goals set by supervisor
• Ensure product quality meets company and client expectations.
• Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem‑solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.
• Adheres to the company’s employee handbook policies and embodies the organization’s core values.
• Ability to learn other department job functions and fill in as needed.
• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Physical requirements for this role include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Lift 50lbs floor to waist and waist to shoulder multiple times
  • Standing and walking for long durations
  • Bending, squatting, and kneeling multiple times for long durations
  • The ability to climb up and down a ladder multiple times
  • Balance and stand on a ladder with three points of contact for extended periods of time
  • Comfortable working in the heat and cold due to manufacturing facilities not being climate controlled

Summary

Where Potential Powers Progress

At Sunbelt Solomon, we believe progress starts with people — their ideas, their expertise , and their drive to make energy work better. With more than a century of combined experience, we deliver full-lifecycle power, energy, and automation solutions across the Americas.

From our 39+ locations and a team of over 1,600 skilled professionals, we serve nearly every industry with the people, products, and insight needed to keep the electricity running. Our solutions span low-, medium-, and high-voltage systems, covering the complete electrical lifecycle, from design and engineering to operation, maintenance, modernization, and sustainable decommissioning. We’re known for our expertise in remanufacturing electrical equipment, including transformers and switchgear, and for providing flexible, reliable temporary power rental solutions. Through the Sunbelt Solomon family of brands, including Trinity Power, Magna IV Engineering, and Power Solutions Group, we combine deep technical field experience with advanced engineering and turnkey project delivery.

Together, we help customers optimize performance, extend asset life, and achieve sustainability goals while building a more resilient, efficient energy future. At our core, we’re powered by people — innovators, engineers, technicians, and problem solvers — all working together to deliver energy solutions that move industries forward.

Mission, Purpose, Vision & Core Values

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