SUMMARY • Set up and operate welding machines that weld together and mass-produce component parts of fabricated metal products as specified by blueprints (read and understand weld symbols), layouts, welding procedures or oral instructions. • Join two pieces of metal to create a quality customer product using methods such as MIG welding. Robot and spot weld included. • Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment. • Heats, forms, and dresses metal parts using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment. Ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc. Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Obtains specified electrode and inserts electrode into portable holder or threads consumable electrode wire through portable welding gun. • Connects cables from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse, as specified. • Starts power supply to produce electric current. Strikes (forms) arc, which generates heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpiece and join edges of workpiece. • Manually guides electrode or gun along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle. • Position and clamp work pieces together or assemble them in jig or fixture. • Measure's part dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation • May tack assemblies together. • May operate other machine shop equipment to prepare components for welding. • Works safely at all times and follows safety procedures. • Operates any equipment needed to perform job. • Performs related duties as assigned by supervision. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and demonstrate the ability to speak and read English. • Must consistently meet weld quality standards and demonstrate knowledge of MIG, stainless steel, carbon steel and aluminum welding, and automated welding where applicable. Employees must supply their own hand tools. • The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • High School diploma or general education degree (GED). • Six months to one year of related experience and/or vocational training, or experience in a metal fabrication shop. PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Ability to lift 50lbs with or without accommodations. • Ability to stand on feet for 10- or 12-hour shifts.
See More Details >>Exciting Opportunity: Certified Structural Welder Ignite Your FutureForge the Infrastructure That Powers Progress! Are you passionate about precision, hands-on work, and being at the core of projects that keep our world running strong? Does the spark of metal meeting metal inspire you? LB&B Associates, Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic and dependable Certified Structural Welder to join our elite construction and maintenance team. Step into a pivotal role where your craft is celebrated, your growth is championed, and your expertise quite literally shapes the future! Why LB&B Associates, Inc.? Imagine working alongside more than 1,000 dedicated professionals, united by a mission to deliver reliability, safety, and uncompromising quality across vital infrastructure nationwide. LB&B Associates, Inc. has built a proud reputation for exceeding client expectationsserving city agencies, major corporations, and leading institutions. Our employees are our greatest asset, driving progress through collaboration, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. As we continue to expand our construction and maintenance services, were actively searching for welders ready to take on challenging and rewarding projects. Here, your technical skill will be valued, your commitment to safety will be respected, and your career can soar! About the Role Position: Certified Structural Welder Location: Manhattan, Kansas Employment Type: Full-Time Are you ready to jumpstart your welding career in a technically advanced environment where your work builds the foundations for communities, campuses, and industries to thrive? As a Certified Structural Welder with LB&B Associates, Inc., youll partner with expert craftspeople, engineers, and project managers. Your attention to detail, steady hand, and unwavering focus on safety will ensure the strength and reliability of critical structures. What Youll Do Every day brings the opportunity to learn, excel, and make a tangible difference. As a key team member, you will: Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols to understand project specifications. Perform high-quality welding on structural steel components and piping using SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW processes in accordance with ASME Section IX and AWS D1.1 codes. Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment, tools, and safety gearalways following strict protocols. Inspect welds visually and with non-destructive testing methods to ensure they meet code requirements and company standards. Work with fabricators and fitters to assemble structures and components before welding. Assist in the layout, cutting, and preparation of materials for welding, using saws, torches, and grinders as needed. Document completed work, including weld logs and quality control records, supporting compliance and traceability. Identify and promptly report material defects, equipment malfunctions, or safety concerns to supervisors. Participate in team safety meetings, toolbox talks, and ongoing technical training to enhance your skills and stay current on best practices. Maintain an organized and safe work area, ensuring all tools and consumables are stored properly. Respond quickly and effectively to project needs or unexpected challengesprioritizing safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction at all times. What Were Looking For Do you take pride in your craftsmanship, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for learning and safety? Were seeking candidates who offer: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in welding or a related field preferred. Current certification to ASME Section IX and AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code required. 3+ years of experience as a welder in construction, fabrication, or industrial settings preferred. Thorough understanding of welding procedures, metallurgy, and safe work practices. Ability to read blueprints, isometric drawings, and welding symbols. Proficient in using welding equipment, hand and power tools, and material handling equipment. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality and safety. Ability to work in varied conditions (standing, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, confined spaces, heights, noise, temperature extremes). Willingness to work variable shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays) and respond to project demands. Excellent teamwork, communication, and a positive attitudeready to collaborate and support colleagues. Basic computer skills for logging work and completing reports. Dedication to continuous improvement, reliability, and professional development. Physical Demands Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed. Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching during each shift. Manual dexterity for operating welding equipment, tools, and controls. Exposure to noise, heat, cold, fumes, sparks, heights, and confined spacesfull PPE provided. What We Offer At LB&B Associates, Inc., we believe in celebrating your achievements and investing in your future. With us, youll enjoy: Comprehensive Benefits: Life and disability insurance, plus optional medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family. Financial Security: 401(k) with employer match for your future. Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, support for additional certifications, and hands-on industry training. Work-Life Balance: Paid vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year. Supportive Culture: A workplace committed to safety, learning, advancement, and mutual respectwhere every voice counts. LB&B Associates, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, ancestry, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected status. We provide reasonable accommodations so individuals with disabilities can perform essential job functions. Need assistance at any point in the process? Just let us knowwere here to help! Ready to Build Your Career? If youre ready to forge safe, sustainable, and reliable infrastructure for our community, apply to join LB&B Associates, Inc. in Manhattan, KS as a Certified Structural Welder. Your skills will be valued, your growth supported, and your future bright with possibilities. How to Apply Applying is easy! Send your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your welding certifications, project experience, and commitment to safety. Tell us what excites you about this role and how youll help us deliver world-class reliability and innovation. Dont waitstep into a role that challenges, rewards, and prepares you for long-term success. If you have questions about the Certified Structural Welder position or the application process, our recruitment team is here to help. Reach out today and discover what makes LB&B Associates, Inc. an outstanding place to build your career. Join UsWhere Your Work Shapes Skylines and Secures Our Future! Start your next chapter now. Apply today and help us build a legacy of teamwork, reliability, and technical excellence. Lets shape the future together. Exciting Opportunity: Certified Structural Welder Ignite Your FutureForge the Infrastructure That Powers Progress! Are you passionate about precision, hands-on work, and being at the core of projects that keep our world running strong? Does the spark of metal meeting metal inspire you? LB&B Associates, Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic and dependable Certified Structural Welder to join our elite construction and maintenance team. Step into a pivotal role where your craft is celebrated, your growth is championed, and your expertise quite literally shapes the future! Why LB&B Associates, Inc.? Imagine working alongside more than 1,000 dedicated professionals, united by a mission to deliver reliability, safety, and uncompromising quality across vital infrastructure nationwide. LB&B Associates, Inc. has built a proud reputation for exceeding client expectationsserving city agencies, major corporations, and leading institutions. Our employees are our greatest asset, driving progress through collaboration, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. As we continue to expand our construction and maintenance services, were actively searching for welders ready to take on challenging and rewarding projects. Here, your technical skill will be valued, your commitment to safety will be respected, and your career can soar! About the Role Position: Certified Structural Welder Location: Manhattan, Kansas Employment Type: Full-Time Are you ready to jumpstart your welding career in a technically advanced environment where your work builds the foundations for communities, campuses, and industries to thrive? As a Certified Structural Welder with LB&B Associates, Inc., youll partner with expert craftspeople, engineers, and project managers. Your attention to detail, steady hand, and unwavering focus on safety will ensure the strength and reliability of critical structures. What Youll Do Every day brings the opportunity to learn, excel, and make a tangible difference. As a key team member, you will: Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols to understand project specifications. Perform high-quality welding on structural steel components and piping using SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW processes in accordance with ASME Section IX and AWS D1.1 codes. Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment, tools, and safety gearalways following strict protocols. Inspect welds visually and with non-destructive testing methods to ensure they meet code requirements and company standards. Work with fabricators and fitters to assemble structures and components before welding. Assist in the layout, cutting, and preparation of materials for welding, using saws, torches, and grinders as needed. Document completed work, including weld logs and quality control records, supporting compliance and traceability. Identify and promptly report material defects, equipment malfunctions, or safety concerns to supervisors. Participate in team safety meetings, toolbox talks, and ongoing technical training to enhance your skills and stay current on best practices. Maintain an organized and safe work area, ensuring all tools and consumables are stored properly. Respond quickly and effectively to project needs or unexpected challengesprioritizing safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction at all times. What Were Looking For Do you take pride in your craftsmanship, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for learning and safety? Were seeking candidates who offer: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in welding or a related field preferred. Current certification to ASME Section IX and AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code required. 3+ years of experience as a welder in construction, fabrication, or industrial settings preferred. Thorough understanding of welding procedures, metallurgy, and safe work practices. Ability to read blueprints, isometric drawings, and welding symbols. Proficient in using welding equipment, hand and power tools, and material handling equipment. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality and safety. Ability to work in varied conditions (standing, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, confined spaces, heights, noise, temperature extremes). Willingness to work variable shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays) and respond to project demands. Excellent teamwork, communication, and a positive attitudeready to collaborate and support colleagues. Basic computer skills for logging work and completing reports. Dedication to continuous improvement, reliability, and professional development. Physical Demands Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed. Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching during each shift. Manual dexterity for operating welding equipment, tools, and controls. Exposure to noise, heat, cold, fumes, sparks, heights, and confined spacesfull PPE provided. What We Offer At LB&B Associates, Inc., we believe in celebrating your achievements and investing in your future. With us, youll enjoy: Comprehensive Benefits: Life and disability insurance, plus optional medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family. Financial Security: 401(k) with employer match for your future. Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, support for additional certifications, and hands-on industry training. Work-Life Balance: Paid vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year. Supportive Culture: A workplace committed to safety, learning, advancement, and mutual respectwhere every voice counts. LB&B Associates, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, ancestry, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected status. We provide reasonable accommodations so individuals with disabilities can perform essential job functions. Need assistance at any point in the process? Just let us knowwere here to help! Ready to Build Your Career? If youre ready to forge safe, sustainable, and reliable infrastructure for our community, apply to join LB&B Associates, Inc. in Manhattan, KS as a Certified Structural Welder. Your skills will be valued, your growth supported, and your future bright with possibilities. How to Apply Applying is easy! Send your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your welding certifications, project experience, and commitment to safety. Tell us what excites you about this role and how youll help us deliver world-class reliability and innovation. Dont waitstep into a role that challenges, rewards, and prepares you for long-term success. If you have questions about the Certified Structural Welder position or the application process, our recruitment team is here to help. Reach out today and discover what makes LB&B Associates, Inc. an outstanding place to build your career. Join UsWhere Your Work Shapes Skylines and Secures Our Future! Start your next chapter now. Apply today and help us build a legacy of teamwork, reliability, and technical excellence. Lets shape the future together.
See More Details >>The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. Its a way to create opportunities for you and your family. We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work. We Are Committed to Growth: 100% tuition paid for benefits eligible employees and their family, and established career progression. We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more! Who are we? #WeAreWM As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. I. Job Summary Under general supervision, applies appropriate welds to fabricate or repair compactors, containers and carts. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs minor repairs and applies basic welding processes. Repairs compactors, containers and carts. Performs preventive maintenance inspections, diagnostic and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors. Qualified in the welding processes such as arc welding, gas welding, aluminum welding, brazing, and soft soldering on a variety of materials. Conducts safety checks on compactors and containers. Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing compactors and containers, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times. Assists senior welders in the completion of project work. Performs service calls for compactor repair. Performs related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming, beveling, notching of metal and plastic parts. Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs). Works from prints, drawings and verbal instructions. Performs standard layouts and set-ups of dimensions and tolerances. Utilizes standard shop hand tools, measuring devices and equipment. Performs other maintenance related work as required. Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. III. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory duties. IV. Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job. A. Education and Experience Education: Not required. Experience: 2 years of previous experience required. B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements Required: None C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required Basic skills in welding techniques; knowledge of safety procedures and practices necessary while operating or repairing compactors, containers and carts; skill in operating tools equipment, parts and procedures utilized during the repair and servicing of compactors, containers and carts; skill in repair of special purpose equipment; ability to perform repairs on a variety of compactors, containers and carts; and ability to utilize fleet maintenance software program may be required. V. Work Environment Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc) most of the work day; Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than __ pounds occasionally; Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc) rarely; Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely; Normal setting for this job is: repair/maintenance shop. Note: The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here. Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. Please apply now on the site below, or call 877.220.5627, to speak with a Waste Management recruiter today Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Kansas City, KS typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with about 80,000 positions requiring annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. In Kansas City, welders can earn an average wage of $1,400 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $55,000 annually. Training programs, apprenticeships, and certifications offered by institutions like the AWS Foundation and local trade schools provide pathways to this lucrative and in-demand career.
