Becoming a welder in Chambersburg, PA, often begins with a technical school program or apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom training. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a median annual wage of $45,190. In Chambersburg, PA, welders earn an average of $701 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $108,000 annually. The demand for welders is strong, driven by infrastructure expansion and manufacturing growth, offering a promising career path with good earning potential and job stability.
Retention Bonus $1,500 and 80 hours of Paid Time Off after first 90 days of employment JOB SUMMARY Lay out, fit, and weld metal components to assemble beds, frames, and small parts work orders. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Actively observe and promote BWise safety standards • Analyze drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operation. • Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications, using a variety of measuring tools. • Tack-weld or welds component and assemblies using welding equipment. • Monitor welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material. • Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisor. • Evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications. • Inspect grooves, angles, or gap allowances using appropriate measuring instruments. • Remove rough spots from work pieces, using portable grinder or hand file. • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. • Ignite torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc. • Other duties, as assigned by Welding Supervisor. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT • Must be capable of standing for entire shift and sit for extended periods of time. • Able to lift up to 50 lbs; ability to demonstrate full range of motion for reaching, bending, kneeling and stooping. • Will be exposed to extreme heat and cold depending on weather. • Subject to dirt, dust, oil, welding fumes, electric shock, bright lights, UV radiation, burns, traffic hazards, and high noise levels in the workplace. PPE REQUIREMENTS • Steel-toed shoes or composite shoes • Safety glasses • Earplugs • Gloves when handling any material • Welding Helmet (Company doesn’t provide helmet but provides all consumables including lenses.) • Grinding shield • Welding sleeves MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS • High School Diploma or GED. • Must be able to read, write, count, communicate by various channels. • Must have appropriate high school, vocational-technology school, or trade school training/certification in welding and/or demonstrated ability/expertise from on-the-job training from previous employment. • Understand fundamentals of metallurgy as they relate to welding. • Ability to read a tape measure. • Ability to read and fully comprehend work instructions, prints, and work specifications.
See More Details >>Ready for a welding job that offers variety and growth? If you have excellent problem-solving skills, then look no further. Join us as a welder, where you'll be responsible for cutting, shaping, and combining materials to produce parts for different industries. Partner with us at Randstad to enjoy a chance to work on diverse projects with competitive pay and benefits, and get fantastic opportunities to advance your career. Click below today to see where this role can take you! job summary: As a welder, you will cut, shape and combine materials to make different parts for a variety of industries. Pick the materials to join or cut and then arrange them in an appropriate configuration. Fix structural repairs and maintain welding equipment. location: Chambersburg, PA salary: $17/hr work hours: Variable dress code: Shirts or t-shirts must have sleeves and be without any holes or rips. Pants without any holes or rips. No profane or suggestive texts and images. Closed toe and non slip footwear only. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected]. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
See More Details >>Now hiring Welders in Chambersburg PA! Payrate: $17.00-25.00 per hour Schedules: 2nd shift: Monday to Friday (3:00pm – 11:00pm) 3rd shift: Sunday to Thursday (11:00pm – 7:00am) Job Description: • Experience with Tig and Mig welding • Ability to weld steel or aluminum #nowhiring Apply now, these positions will go fast ProLogistix Offers You: Competitive pay Access to on-line training/ certification programs at no cost Paid weekly (Direct Deposit or ATM Debit Card available) Access to health benefits and retirement plan A personal recruiter to help with job searches and assistance when at work! FREE ONLINE skills training #nowhiring
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