Why Join Altec? Welder Altec has immediate opportunities for Welders in Creedmoor, NC. As one of our valued welders, you are an integral part of Altec's team that produces world-class equipment. Enjoy the opportunity to contribute in a variety of areas: continuous improvement initiatives; robotic welding; MIG welding. Work in a safety - focused facility that designs, sells, manufactures, assembles and tests its own products. Take pride in your workmanship. Thrive in a positive and team-oriented environment. Creedmoor is located in the heart of the Tarheel State between beautiful North Carolina beaches and scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. The Triangle is 25 minutes away, and is consistently ranked as one of the nation's best places to live. Steeped in tradition and history, the Triangle is home to world-class museums, top research universities, the Carolina Hurricanes, the Durham Bulls, and legendary Tobacco Road rivalries. Imagine being close to all the amenities of big-city life while maintaining a small-town atmosphere - this is Creedmoor. PURPOSE OF POSITION: Perform welding and metal preparation tasks such as sanding and grinding configurations. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: • Use and conduct proper care of PPE. • Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols to determine sequence and methods of assembling components. • Read and interpret work orders. • Use basic hand tools such as tape measurer and specialty equipment. • Learn and operate all equipment within the work area (cell). • Perform rework as required. • Support APS (Altec Production System) initiatives. May participate in RCI events. • Willing to move to other work areas in order to support production needs. (Cross-train) • Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques. • Perform Mig welding by using a variety of arc and gas welding equipment. • Inspect assembly/components for conformance of specifications. • Trim, file, grind, sand, deburr, buff and smooth surfaces using hand tools and portable power tools. • Willingness and ability to train new/current associates. • Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures and practices. • Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment. • Maintain daily time records. • Other job duties as assigned. • Job duties may vary by location. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED: • High School Diploma/GED required. • Vocational training is desired. • External Applicant: T hree years of weld experience. Internal Applicant: Altec Certified Welder (Plant 24) • Ability to read, write, and comprehend required. • Basic computer usage knowledge required. • Ability to read tape measures, blue prints, and schematics required. • Proficient knowledge of welding required. OTHER POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: • Keep a clean work area (5S). • Assist co-workers and group leads as needed. • Participate in RCI events. • Knowledge of Altec programs and/or systems. Responsibility for Safety: • Safety In everything we do 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.
See More Details >>Salary: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : 3395 Airport Rd, PinehurstJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202500056Division: LEARNDepartment: Workforce & Applied Programs Opening Date: 08/07/2025 At Sandhills Community College, we are committed to the health and well-being of our employees, their families, and children across North Carolina. Recently, we became a Family Forward NC Certified Employer. Family Forward NC Employer Certifications, issued by the North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation's (NCECF) Family Forward NC initiative, designate employers that offer policies and practices that support the health and well-being of working families and children. SummarySandhills Community College is seeking applications for a Full-time Welding Instructor to teach daytime and/or evening welding courses starting in August at our Main Campus in Pinehurst. The ideal candidate will demonstrate mastery of current technical skills in the welding field. Essential Functions Instruct open-enrollment and/or high school level welding courses.Provide hands-on skills-based development, instruction, and oversight.Maintain daily attendance, grade, and performance records adhering to Sandhills policy and procedures, as well as guidelines set forth by accreditation agencies- NCCER/AWS.Administer, proctor, and provide reports on credential and non-credential examinations.Maintain a safe and clean welding shop space.Monitor welding supply inventory and notify administrative staff of purchasing needs.Meet with the Director of Advanced Manufacturing as needed to discuss class schedules, student issues, special material needs, and other class-related matters. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years' experience in welding or a related field.Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff and studentsComputer software knowledge and experience. Supplemental Information• Minimum of an associate degree in a welding-related field such as welding technology or manufacturing technology, or direct experience in the welding field.• Teaching experience is a plus.• NCCER certified trainer preferred but not required.• Minimum of 5 years' experience in welding or a related field.Sandhills Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, religion, age, ancestry, mental or physical disability, military status or veteran status.We're proud to be a Family Forward NC Certified Employer. We're also proud members of the Moore and Hoke county communities, and we recognize that the more family-friendly workplaces we have here, the better for children and families.We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including the North Carolina State Health Plan, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.To learn more details, visit our benefits page:
See More Details >>About the Department Sandhills Community College seeks applications for a part-time welding instructor to instruct daytime and/or evening welding courses starting in August on the Main Campus in Pinehurst. The applicant must demonstrate mastery of current technical skills in the welding field. This position is in our Continuing Education Department and reports to the Coordinator of Advanced Manufacturing. The schedule will be based on the need of the department. Contact regant@sandhills.edu for additional information or questions. Position Duties Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Primarily responsible for instructing open-enrollment and/or high school level welding course(s) • Maintaining attendance, grade, and performance records • Administering, proctoring, and providing reports on credential and non-credential examinations • Maintaining a safe and clean welding shop space • Monitoring welding supply inventory and notifying administrative staff of purchasing needs Minimum Qualifications • Two years of welding experience. • Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff and students • Computer software knowledge and experience. About the Department Sandhills Community College seeks applications for a part-time welding instructor to instruct daytime and/or evening welding courses starting in August on the Main Campus in Pinehurst. The applicant must demonstrate mastery of current technical skills in the welding field. This position is in our Continuing Education Department and reports to the Coordinator of Advanced Manufacturing. The schedule will be based on the need of the department. Contact regant@sandhills.edu for additional information or questions. Position Duties Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: • Primarily responsible for instructing open-enrollment and/or high school level welding course(s) • Maintaining attendance, grade, and performance records • Administering, proctoring, and providing reports on credential and non-credential examinations • Maintaining a safe and clean welding shop space • Monitoring welding supply inventory and notifying administrative staff of purchasing needs Minimum Qualifications • Two years of welding experience. • Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with staff and students • Computer software knowledge and experience.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Pinehurst, NC, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing the necessary skills for this skilled trade. According to the American Welding Society, there is a significant demand for welders, with approximately 320,500 new welding professionals needed by 2029. In North Carolina, welders can earn an average of $1,300 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $55,000 annually. Training programs, community colleges, and welding schools offer pathways to enter this growing field, which is supported by industries such as construction and manufacturing, ensuring a stable and lucrative career for those who pursue it.
