This is a great opportunity to begin a long-term career with an industry-leading company. There is an opportunity for a wage increase at the completion of a probationary period and again during annual evaluation. Wage increase determined by performance. Starting pay is based on experience! Skills/Qualifications: • Structural welding experience • Experience welding on steel, aluminum, and stainless-steel projects • Layout and fitting experience • Proficient in blueprint reading • Experience working with overhead cranes • Must be able to pass company welding test • Must be able to read blueprints • Must be able to use measuring instruments, i.e. measuring tape, level, etc. • Must be able to follow written and oral instructions • Must be able to work safely and follow all company safety policies and procedures • Must be 18 years of age • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and lifting evaluation We offer industry high pay which only increases with experience as well as an excellent benefits package including: • Health Insurance • Dental & Vision • Company Paid Life Insurance • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • 401k w/ Company Match • Fitness Membership Discounts
See More Details >>This is a great opportunity to begin a long-term career with an industry-leading company. There is an opportunity for a wage increase at the completion of a probationary period and again during annual evaluation. Wage increase determined by performance. Starting pay is based on experience! Skills/Qualifications: • Structural welding experience • Experience welding on steel, aluminum, and stainless-steel projects • Layout and fitting experience • Proficient in blueprint reading • Experience working with overhead cranes • Must be able to pass company welding test • Must be able to read blueprints • Must be able to use measuring instruments, i.e. measuring tape, level, etc. • Must be able to follow written and oral instructions • Must be able to work safely and follow all company safety policies and procedures • Must be 18 years of age • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and lifting evaluation We offer industry high pay which only increases with experience as well as an excellent benefits package including: • Health Insurance • Dental & Vision • Company Paid Life Insurance • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • 401k w/ Company Match • Fitness Membership Discounts
See More Details >>Job Details Job Location PTMW Inc - Topeka, KS Education Level 2 Year Degree Description PTMW, Inc. is a metal manufacturing company that specializes in metal enclosures for railroad, data, and power industries. We are looking for steel and aluminum welders with prior experience in welding structural steel, sheet steel, and aluminum to work in our production facility. SUMMARY We have immediate openings for highly-skilled welders. In this position, you will work on in-house projects as well as possible travel to client locations to perform job duties on site. Your daily responsibilities will include reviewing specifications and drawings, laying out metal components, cutting, fabricating, and welding those pieces together. We expect our welders to complete each job within specific deadlines to ensure we meet our customer's needs. Our ideal candidate has at least one year of welding experience and a working knowledge of standard welding tools and techniques. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Interpret drawings and weld standards to understand project scope and specifications. • Interpret and follow proper welding procedures and welding symbols on drawings. • Use calibrated measuring tools (measuring tapes, squares, etc.) to properly fit up assemblies. • Utilize industry tools and equipment. Hand, pneumatic, electric, and battery powered tools. Plasma cutters, oxyacetylene torches, and carbon air arc. • Weld parts in various positions, processes (GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW), and materials (Steel, Aluminum, and Stainless Steel). • Maintain equipment; repair when needed. EXCELLENT BENEFITS & INCENTIVES • Competitive Compensation (DOE) • Health Insurance: Medical & Dental (BCBS) + Vision (Eyemed) • STD & LTD Options • Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal, Birthday + Paid Holidays • Employee Bonus Programs: Years of Service, Perfect Attendance, Employee Referral & Rapid Rewards • Company Perks: GreatLife Membership (Fitness, Golf & More), KC Royals Day, Monthly Birthday Treats, Quarterly Company Lunches • 401K with Employer Contribution Match Dollar for Dollar Up to 4% • STD & LTD Options • Company Paid Life Insurance • AFLAC and Mutual of Omaha Insurance Options • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Conditions/terms apply to select benefits and incentives and will be covered in full prior to hire. For additional details, please feel free to reach out. Compensation starts at $22.00-$28.00 depending on experience with an additional $3.00 shift differential on our 2nd and 3rd shifts. Qualifications REQUIREMENTS AND QULIFICATIONS • High School diploma or equivalent. • 1 + years of welding experience required. • Working knowledge of industry tools and equipment. • Ability to read and interpret blue prints and welding symbols. • Proficient in basic math and able to read tape measures. • Experience in various welding processes (GMAW, FCAW, GTAW). • Able to pass visual and bend tests in various processes and positions on various materials. • Able to lift up to 75lbs. Work on ladders/scaffolding.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Topeka, KS, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing the necessary skills for various welding techniques. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders employed nationwide, with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Topeka, welders can earn an average of $1,476 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships offer pathways to enter this in-demand field, with the industry projecting a need for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029.
