Looking for Entry Level welder to operate welding equipment under supervision, assist experienced welders by prepping metals, perform basic welding tasks on various metals, ensure quality control of welds, follow safety guidelines, and actively learn welding techniques to eventually progress to more complex projects. Key Responsibilities Include • Material Preparation • Operating Welding Equipment • Safety Compliance • Blueprint Reading • Assisting Experienced Welders Required Skills and Qualifications • Basic Mechanical Aptitude • Manual Dexterity & Hand-Eye Coordination • Ability To Lift 50 Pounds • Attention To Detail • Willingness To Learn & Follow Instructions • High School Diploma or Equivalent Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $19.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift Ability to Commute: • Lodi, CA 95240 (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Overview: We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience with various welding techniques and equipment, ensuring the quality and integrity of metal structures. Duties: - Perform welding tasks using techniques Mig welding, flame-cutting and hand welding equipment. - Operate and maintain welding equipment including power tools and a crane - Read and interpret blueprints to understand project specifications - Measure and align workpieces using tools like calipers - Fabricate and assemble metal structures by welding components together - Inspect welds for accuracy and quality control - Work with materials such as sheet metal to build or repair metal parts Requirements: - Proven experience as a Welder or similar role - Proficiency in Stick welding, - Familiarity with operating a crane for lifting heavy materials - Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately - Strong attention to detail and precision in welding tasks - Knowledge of rigging techniques for moving heavy materials safely Nice-to-Have Skills: - Experience with Flux or Metal Cord Wire - Previous work involving sheet metal fabrication - Familiarity with using calipers for precise measurements Join our team as a Welder and showcase your expertise in welding while contributing to the creation of high-quality metal structures. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift Experience: • Welding: 1 year (Required) Ability to Commute: • Lodi, CA 95240 (Preferred) Work Location: In person
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See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Lodi, CA, often begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing both practical skills and industry certifications. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Lodi, CA, welders can earn an average of $652 per week, with experienced professionals potentially surpassing $1,085 per week. With a growing demand for welding professionals, Lodi offers a promising environment for those looking to enter this skilled trade, with opportunities for career advancement and competitive compensation.
