Welding Technician: GMAW/FCAW, Blueprint Fabrication & Cross-Training

Altec; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Altec is seeking a welding-focused professional in Duluth, MN to fabricate, fit and cut to blueprint standards. You will weld with GMAW/FCAW using various arc and gas equipment and manage surface finishing with hand and power tools.

The role requires reading blueprints and schematics, maintaining time records, and supporting continuous improvement projects through Altec Production System practices. Safety and quality are priorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; welding certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend; basic math skills valued.
• Ability to read tape measures, blueprints and schematics.
• AWS D.1.1 certification within three months of hire.
• 2+ years welding experience is considered.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, fit, and cut to blueprint standards.
• Perform GMAW and/or FCAW welding using various arc/gas equipment.
• Trim, file, grind, sand, deburr, buff and smooth surfaces with hand/power tools.
• Read and interpret schematics and work orders.
• Maintain daily time records and required documentation.
• Support APS initiatives; participate in continuous improvement events.
• Cross-train to other work areas as needed.
• Follow safety, environmental and quality policies; use PPE.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic computer skills

Tape measures & blueprints

Shop math

Education

High school diploma/GED

Welding tech degree/certificate

AWS D.1.1 certification

2+ years welding experience

Job description

Altec is seeking a welding-focused professional in Duluth, MN to fabricate, fit and cut to blueprint standards. You will weld with GMAW/FCAW using various arc and gas equipment and manage surface finishing with hand and power tools.

The role requires reading blueprints and schematics, maintaining time records, and supporting continuous improvement projects through Altec Production System practices. Safety and quality are priorities.