Welder
Dakota Bodies · Watertown, SD · 1 mo ago
Full-time
About the role
The Welder fabricates, assembles, and welds metal/steel components on various truck bodies to SOP’s/Blueprints/Knowledge/Foreman and/or Lead Instructions. Assists other welders in the completion of trailers. Inspects welds to ensure quality standards are met. Supports a team approach and completes other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Maintain all company Quality requirements and follow company guidelines utilizing a “Stop and Fix” mindset.
- Maintain a clean environment and follow company 5S + Safety Standards.
- Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Determine the appropriate welding equipment, settings, and methods based on requirements.
- Set up components for welding according to specifications.
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
- Align components using fixtures, tape measure, levels, speed square, etc. and clamp pieces.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
- Prepare trailers and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
- Assist other welders in completing work to ensure work is completed as efficiently as possible.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Qualifications
- Must possess the skill set to support a safe working environment.
- Must pass a drug screen.
- Must be 18 years old.
- Preferred – High School degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from a certified college.
- Preferred – 2 to 3 years of Industrial Welding experience.
- Fast‑paced environment.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in awkward positions while bending, stooping, kneeling or standing to work overhead for 10 hrs.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
- Company‑paid life insurance.
- Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
- 401K with company match.
- Paid Vacation.
- Retention Bonus available for all new hires.