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Welder I - 1st Shift - HIRING BONUS

Management$21–$28/hrFull-time

Jtec Industries designs and builds innovative material‑handling equipment used across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. We are a vertically integrated operation—machining, welding, painting, assembling, and shipping all under one roof—and we invest in the growth and success of our team.

About the Role

The Welder I position is responsible for welding metal components using hand‑welding equipment and ensuring weld quality meets specifications.

Responsibilities

  • Perform welding in flat, vertical, and overhead positions
  • Inspect and verify parts for accuracy
  • Maintain consistent, high-quality welds
  • Meet hourly and job‑based weld output goals
  • Use common welding hand and power tools

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Welding certificate or equivalent experience

Working Conditions: Industrial fabrication environment; exposure to weld fumes, noise, and heat; standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), bending, and reaching required.

Pay

  • $1500 sign‑on bonus for welders with 6 months or greater previous equivalent production weld experience (eligible for offers given 8/14/26 and after, start date on or prior to 9/14/26)
  • $21.00 – $28.00 per hour, dependent on experience
  • Competitive pay, regularly benchmarked

Benefits

  • 401(k) with strong company match
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company‑paid life insurance
  • HSA/FSA options
  • PTO starting Day 1
  • 8 paid holidays
  • Wellness programs + frequent employee food events and activities

Schedule

Full‑time, 40 hrs/week with possible overtime

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