Welder - Day Shift

About the role

Build products that serve communities around the world. TBEI - Lake Crystal is a cutting-edge manufacturer of Class 3-8 truck bodies and truck and trailer hoists, specializing in municipal and utility applications. With a global distributor network, our products are trusted by everyone from landscape professionals to the U.S. Military. We’re growing—and we want you to grow with us.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate welding equipment to weld and assemble truck bodies, hoists, and fabricated parts (including robotic welding equipment, as applicable).
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and measuring devices.
• Make welding equipment adjustments as needed to meet quality and production standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives by following process flow and remaining flexible to support team needs.
• Rotate between machines and jigs within the job area as required by scheduling, team needs, or safety recommendations.

Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic math for measuring, assembling, and problem-solving.
• Ability to demonstrate welding ability and successfully pass required welding certifications.
• Ability to read and understand complicated instructions, blueprints, and work orders.
• Basic computer skills for simple data entry.
• Ability and willingness to learn and operate multiple machines and jigs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to manually move products and materials up to 50 pounds through regular physical activity, including climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and bending.
• Ability to stand and work in various positions for several hours at a time.
• Work is primarily performed on concrete surfaces, ladders, and inside dump bodies.

Pay

• Wages: $22.00‑$30.00 per hour
• $1.00/hour stainless steel premium (when applicable)
• Pay Type: Non‑exempt, hourly (bi‑weekly pay)

Schedule

• Four (4) 10‑hour days, Monday‑Thursday
• Overtime as needed on Fridays
• Average 10‑20 hours of overtime per month
• Stable schedule with long weekends

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (with eligible health plan)
• Health Care FSA and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Limited‑Purpose FSA (with HSA enrollment)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Company‑paid Life Insurance ($20,000)
• Voluntary Life Insurance (employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children)
• Company‑paid Short‑Term Disability (STD) and Long‑Term Disability (LTD)
• 401(k) with partial company match, 100% immediate vesting (eligible on first day of employment)