BendTec, LLC has an exciting opportunity available for a Welder to be an integral part of our Fabrication team. BendTec, LLC takes pride in our quality of work and has a goal of building our workforce with the most talented employees. You’ll have an opportunity to work on a wide range of projects on a national and global scale. We can meet you at any skill level, whether you are just starting your career or have years of experience under your belt. WHAT YOU’LL DO: • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts. • Remove rough spots from work pieces using portable grinders, hand files or scrapers. • Feather or remove tacks using electric or pneumatic grinders prior to welding beading pass. • Chip or grind off excess weld, slag or spatter using hand scrapers or power chippers, portable grinders or arc-cutting equipment. • Weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions. • Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, submerged arc welding and shielded metal arc. • All welding on non-critical piping assemblies, structural and architectural assemblies, and any other non-high pressured piping assemblies. • Non-production welding such as the attachment of holding legs and hydro test caps. • Cleanup work area often and after every shift. • Produce quality product as required by customer specifications and regulation requirements. • Comply with safety and environmental guidelines, policies and regulations. WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Education: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred • Experience: 1 plus year of experience in welding: Preferred; additional onsite training! • Computer Skills: None specifically required • Certifications & Licenses: None specifically required • Other Requirements: None specifically required WHAT WE OFFER: • This is a Union position which offers a competitive compensation package including zero premium health and dental benefits. • Paid vacation, retirement funding and holiday time. • Career growth opportunities through hands-on training and mentorships. • Work alongside industry leaders and mentors. • Coaching from experienced leaders who are dedicated to helping you grow and reach your full potential. • Opportunities to take on new challenges and responsibilities that will stretch your abilities and expand your horizons. • A supportive and collaborative work environment where you are encouraged to share your ideas and contribute to our shared goals. WHO WE ARE: With over 100 years of experience, BendTec, LLC is a leading advanced manufacturing services provider for those focused on building the future. Our reputation has been formed with precision and reflects the caliber of work our skilled team brings to the table for every client and customer. Our advanced manufacturing facilities and in-house bending capabilities allow us to continually strive to bring lasting value to our customers and community. As an equal opportunity employer, BendTec, LLC is committed to the development of its employees and strives to promote an environment that fosters personal training and development. At BendTec, LLC, we believe that investing in our employees is essential to our success. That's why we're looking for motivated individuals who are willing to invest in themselves and their future. As a member of our team, you will have access to: • Coaching from experienced leaders who are dedicated to helping you grow and reach your full potential. • Opportunities to take on new challenges and responsibilities that will stretch your abilities and expand your horizons. • A supportive and collaborative work environment where you are encouraged to share your ideas and contribute to our shared goals. If you're someone who is committed to continuous learning and personal growth, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and invest in your future with us!
See More Details >>Responsibilities • Fabricate, fit, and cut to meet blueprint standards • Perform GMAW and/or FCAW welding by using a variety of arc and gas welding equipment • Trim, file, grind, sand, deburr, buff and smooth surfaces using hand tools and portable power tools • Operate and understand all equipment within the work area (cell) • Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques • Inspect assembly/components for conformance of specifications • Read and interpret schematics (blueprints) and work orders • Use basic hand tools such as tape measurer and specialty equipment • Perform rework as required • Maintain daily time records and any additional required records/documentation • Support APS (Altec Production System) initiatives. May participate in continuous improvement events • Move to other work areas to support production needs (cross-train) • Effectively train new/current associates • Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures, and practices to include proper use and care of PPE • Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment • Shows commitment to Altec core values Basic Qualifications Applicants must: • be able to provide a high school diploma/GED. • have the ability to read, write, and comprehend. • have basic computer usage knowledge. • have the ability to read tape measures, blueprints, and schematics. • have a welding tech degree/certificate or 2+ years of applicable welding experience - may consider if degree in process. • obtain AWS D.1.1 weld certification within three months of hire. Benefits Altec offers comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care, matching 401(k), company-paid basic life insurance, wellness programs, company events, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacation. Why Join Altec? If you're considering a career with Altec, Inc., there's never been a better time to join us! Our Company was founded based upon values that place the customer first, and view people as our greatest strength. Altec has continued to grow, utilizing the same basic values, and over the years, those values have helped us to earn the trust and confidence of our customers worldwide. We remain committed to total customer satisfaction in everything we do. That's why today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that is setting the standard of excellence in design, manufacturing and service; and that's why you can rely on us to provide you with the stability of a well managed company. Our Vision: Altec continues to pursue a singular vision: To be recognized by customers as the preferred supplier of products, services, and solutions in all markets we serve. Our values sustain that vision, our goals build upon it and our associates help to achieve it. Altec's values are the cornerstone of our corporate culture and every Altec associate is considered an integral part of Team Altec. Our Values: Customer First, Enjoyment of Work, Family, Financial Stability, Integrity, People Are Our Greatest Strength, Quality, Spiritual Development and Teamwork About Our Duluth Location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vat8hSgO-cQ Meet Our Associates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKhcOWjgppY&t=15s Welding At Altec: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbRDMaR-rKk Purpose Of Position: Perform welding and metal preparation tasks such as sanding and grinding configurations. EEO Statement Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity. Pay Transparency Pay range: $25.15/hour - $28.23/hour . We are committed to fair and competitive pay for all associates based on their experience, education, and qualifications. Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted.
See More Details >>Responsibilities • Fabricate, fit, and cut to meet blueprint standards • Perform GMAW and/or FCAW welding by using a variety of arc and gas welding equipment • Trim, file, grind, sand, deburr, buff and smooth surfaces using hand tools and portable power tools • Operate and understand all equipment within the work area (cell) • Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques • Inspect assembly/components for conformance of specifications • Read and interpret schematics (blueprints) and work orders • Use basic hand tools such as tape measurer and specialty equipment • Perform rework as required • Maintain daily time records and any additional required records/documentation • Support APS (Altec Production System) initiatives. May participate in continuous improvement events • Move to other work areas to support production needs (cross-train) • Effectively train new/current associates • Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures, and practices to include proper use and care of PPE • Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment • Shows commitment to Altec core values Basic Qualifications Applicants must: • be able to provide a high school diploma/GED. • have the ability to read, write, and comprehend. • have basic computer usage knowledge. • have the ability to read tape measures, blueprints, and schematics. • have a welding tech degree/certificate or 2+ years of applicable welding experience - may consider if degree in process. • obtain AWS D.1.1 weld certification within three months of hire. Benefits Altec offers comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care, matching 401(k), company-paid basic life insurance, wellness programs, company events, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacation. Why Join Altec? If you're considering a career with Altec, Inc., there's never been a better time to join us! Our Company was founded based upon values that place the customer first, and view people as our greatest strength. Altec has continued to grow, utilizing the same basic values, and over the years, those values have helped us to earn the trust and confidence of our customers worldwide. We remain committed to total customer satisfaction in everything we do. That's why today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that is setting the standard of excellence in design, manufacturing and service; and that's why you can rely on us to provide you with the stability of a well managed company. Our Vision: Altec continues to pursue a singular vision: To be recognized by customers as the preferred supplier of products, services, and solutions in all markets we serve. Our values sustain that vision, our goals build upon it and our associates help to achieve it. Altec's values are the cornerstone of our corporate culture and every Altec associate is considered an integral part of Team Altec. Our Values: Customer First, Enjoyment of Work, Family, Financial Stability, Integrity, People Are Our Greatest Strength, Quality, Spiritual Development and Teamwork About Our Duluth Location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vat8hSgO-cQ Meet Our Associates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKhcOWjgppY&t=15s Welding At Altec: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbRDMaR-rKk Purpose Of Position: Perform welding and metal preparation tasks such as sanding and grinding configurations. EEO Statement Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity. Pay Transparency Pay range: $25.15/hour - $28.23/hour. We are committed to fair and competitive pay for all associates based on their experience, education, and qualifications. Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Duluth, MN typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, offering hands-on experience and classroom learning. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with Duluth contributing to this need. According to local data, welders in Duluth can earn an average of $188 per week, with experienced professionals earning significantly more. Trade schools, community colleges, and industry programs provide pathways to apprenticeships and careers in welding, leading to strong earning potential and job stability in a growing field.
