Welding Technician

Span-America Medical Systems Inc; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Savaria in Greenville, SC is seeking a Welder to lay out, fit, and weld components for elevator frames, tanks, and related products, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with customer specs.

The role is 100% on-site. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, setting up equipment, MIG/TIG welding, inspecting welds, and recording quality checks, with emphasis on safety and quality control.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required and CWB certification CSA W47.1-03 for Carbon Steel (GMAW) testing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, or gas-shielded arc welding.
• Knowledge of safety and quality control procedures.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools for metalworking.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks on elevator components and structural parts.
• Review blueprints to determine welding requirements.
• Set up workstation and welding equipment with fixtures and jigs.
• Secure parts and tack welds; weld with MIG, TIG, or gas-shielded arc processes.
• Inspect welds for dimensional accuracy and quality; document checks.

Skills

Blueprints

Reading drawings

Welding MIG/TIG

Safety procedures

Hand & power tools

Education

High School Diploma

CWB Certification CSA W47.1-03

Tools

Fixtures & jigs

Job description

Full Time Greenville, SC, US

BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

Position Summary

The Welder will be responsible for laying out, fitting, and welding fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble structural forms such as elevator and lift frames, tanks, and other related products. This role ensures the structural integrity and quality of the final product, meeting customer specifications and safety standards.

This position is 100% on-site, located at 70 Commerce Center, Greenville, SC.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks on various elevator components, including structural steel, brackets, and other metal parts used in elevator systems.
• Review and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine welding requirements.
• Set up the workstation and welding equipment, ensuring proper fixtures and jigs are in place.
• Secure parts using bolts, clamps, and tack welds for welding according to specifications.
• Lay out, align, and fit components together, then weld using MIG, TIG, or gas-shielded arc welding processes.
• Inspect completed welds for dimensional accuracy, surface quality, and compliance with customer specifications.
• Record job completion and quality checks using digital software (e.g., Pivot88).
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental (HS&E) regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Mindset, Skills & Education

• High School Diploma required. Must hold CWB certification to testing Standard CSA W47.1-03 for Carbon Steel using the GMAW process, flat position (thickness range of 3 mm and above).
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, or gas-shielded arc welding techniques.
• Knowledge of safety and quality control procedures.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools for metalworking.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-oriented individual desirous of being part of a large, evolving, and successful global organization with the ability to impact future success. This role is a chance to shape your career and the future of Savaria! Join us!

Savaria provides equal employment opportunities and consideration to all qualified employees and applicants, including disabled individuals and veterans.