Welder-1st shift

Join our team at Terex in Huron, SD and contribute as a skilled Welder on our 1st shift (Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM). We foster a vibrant, inclusive culture where every person is empowered to thrive, driving quality and innovation in everything we do.

About the role

As a Welder at Terex, you will turn raw steel into the structural foundations of our utility trucks and equipment that keep people safe.

Responsibilities

• Fit, tack, and weld steel components for aerial devices and digger derricks using GMAW/FCAW processes, following approved weld procedures and engineering drawings.
• Read and interpret blueprints and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), set up jigs/fixtures, prep and finish welds (grinding/chipping), and perform in-process checks to ensure work meets specifications the first time.
• Follow Terex “Zero Harm” safety expectations, required PPE, hot-work controls, and LOTO when applicable; maintain orderly and hazard-free work areas.
• Use overhead cranes and material-handling equipment to stage, position, and transfer parts safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and your team to solve problems, reduce rework/distortion, and support continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.
• Participate in training, including weld school/skills development and robotic welding, to expand capabilities and progress through defined skill levels.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience welding steel using GMAW (MIG) and/or FCAW in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions.
• Working knowledge of weld quality standards and the ability to perform basic visual inspections.
• Ability to safely use overhead cranes, hoists, and material-handling equipment (or willingness to be trained).
• Strong commitment to safety, including consistent use of PPE and adherence to hot-work requirements.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, pulling, and positioning materials.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to work assigned shifts (including weekends, if applicable).

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical diploma or coursework in welding or fabrication.
• Previous experience welding structural or heavy-gauge steel.
• Familiarity with AWS welding standards.
• Experience working in a team-based manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn additional processes, including robotic welding or advanced fabrication skills.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $22.84 to $27.94 per hour.

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Extended leave options.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Legal assistance.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discount programs.

About Terex

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, and equipment for the electric utility industry. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide.