Welder / Fabricator – Rapid City, SD Kieffer Sanitation, a proud member of the Waste Connections family, is seeking a full-time Welder / Fabricator to join our team in Rapid City, South Dakota. If you're a hands-on, self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with your hands, we want to hear from you! 💵 Compensation & Schedule • Hourly Pay: $20 – $30 (based on experience) • Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Occasional Saturdays as needed • Hours: 40–50 hours/week 🌟 Why Join Us? • Culture: Work with empowered, self-directed team members who know their contributions matter. • Integrity: We say what we’ll do—and we do it. We keep our promises to our customers and our employees. • Stability & Growth: Long-term career opportunity with a company that values internal advancement. 🔧 Key Responsibilities • Weld and repair trash containers, compactors, and metal components on trash trucks. • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company standards. • Document parts usage and repair times accurately. • Collaborate effectively with team members and communicate repair needs clearly. 🛠️ Working Conditions • Physically demanding role with frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling of items over 50 lbs. • Exposure to mechanical parts and outdoor elements—safety precautions are essential. • Work may be performed indoors in a shop or outdoors in the yard. • Occasional work in tight or awkward spaces using greasy or dirty tools. ✅ Qualifications • Valid driver’s license required. • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. • Forklift experience preferred. • Minimum of 2 years welding/fabrication experience preferred. 🎁 Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Flexible spending account • Short-term and long-term disability • Life insurance • 401(k) retirement plan • Unlimited opportunities to Connect with Your Future 📌 How to Apply To be considered, please complete an application at: 👉 https://careers.wasteconnections.com Search for the Welder / Fabricator position in Rapid City, SD and follow the instructions provided. Waste Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. #INWCC
See More Details >>Due to continued growth, Adams Machining & Welding, a division of Dakota Fluid Power, Inc., is looking for an individual to fill an opening for a Welder/Fabricator. Come join our team! Excellent benefits package, PTO, and competitive wages. JOB DUTIES: • Fabrication of custom hydraulic power units, control panels, custom machinery. • Hydraulic system installation. • Hydraulic cylinder repair and fabrication. REQUIREMENTS: • Must be fluent in all aspects of metal fabrication, including but not limited to MIG welding, cutting, forming, shearing, drilling, tapping etc. • Capable of reading and understanding basic shop drawings and blueprints. • Understand basic machining principles and practices. • Must provide own basic hand tools. • Understand welding principles and practices. With no supervision, should be capable of MIG, TIG and Stick welding. DESIRED QUALITIES: • Highly motivated, self starter. • Excellent problem-solving skills. • Detail oriented. • Excellent planning and organizational skills. • Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Salary dependent upon experience. #hc124934
See More Details >>Job Overview: D7 Pneumatics LLC is seeking highly skilled and experienced Millwrights and Welders to join our maintenance division team for our Fall shutdowns beginning in September. This role will involve maintaining, repairing, and installing industrial machinery across a variety of sectors, including sawmills, and steel mills. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in mechanical systems, a strong understanding of welding techniques, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. Key Responsibilities: • Maintenance & Repairs: Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment, conveyor systems, crushers, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and other industrial machinery in coal mining operations, sawmills, and auto plants. • Welding & Fabrication: Perform welding (MIG, TIG, Stick) for repairs and fabrication of parts, structures, and equipment as needed. Conduct welding inspections to ensure high-quality, safe work. • Preventative Maintenance: Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and extend the lifespan of machinery and equipment. • Installation & Commissioning: Assist with the installation, alignment, and commissioning of new equipment in mining, sawmill, and automotive production lines. • Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety protocols and work in compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring that work areas are always safe and clean. • Collaboration: Work closely with other maintenance technicians, engineers, and management to ensure efficient operations and quick resolution of mechanical issues. • Problem Solving: Apply strong troubleshooting skills to identify mechanical failures and implement effective solutions. Required Qualifications: • Completion of a Millwright apprenticeship or equivalent experience. • Previous experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in coal mining, sawmill, and/or automotive plant environments. • Strong welding experience, particularly in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, with the ability to work with a variety of materials (steel, stainless steel, etc.). • Deep understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical systems. • Valid driver’s license, Millwright Certification, or equivalent trade qualification required. • Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including confined spaces, high elevations, and extreme temperatures. Must be capable of lifting heavy parts and materials as needed. • Strong troubleshooting abilities with attention to detail and precision. • Must adhere to all safety protocols and always demonstrate a commitment to a safe working environment. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience working in steel mills, sawmills, or automotive manufacturing settings. • Familiarity with automation and robotic systems. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and electrical schematics. • Experience in the installation and commissioning of heavy machinery.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, depending on the level of certification. The American Welding Society reports approximately 771,000 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029. Welders in Rapid City, SD, earn an average wage of $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $50,000 annually. Trade schools, welding institutes, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
