Description Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Wichita, KS. Most positions are first shift with a pay scale of $25-30/hour based on experience & skill level. If you are a Welder and want to work alongside other proven Craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior workmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job Scope: • MIG, TIG, Stick & Structural Welding • Air Arc • Repair Welding • Pipe & Mechanical • Flat/Vertical Carbon Steel Requirements: • * Basic Tools for the Trade • Proper PPE must be worn: Have your own Hood and Gloves/Leathers Company Details Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: • Vacation Pay • Health insurance • 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan • Incentive programs • Tool purchase programs & MORE! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen's full website. Recruiter Name Jonathan Maislin Location US-KS-WICHITA
See More Details >>About the Position Metal Arts, LLC fitter/welder team members in Wichita, Kansas, are responsible for reading prints and assembling our weldments or fabrications. The Metal Arts shop utilizes tablets instead of paper drawings, and as such, our fitters/welders are required to have basic computer skills; however, Metal Arts will train anyone with the desire to learn. We rely on our fitters to maintain a high level of quality by ensuring their fabrications strictly adhere to their drawings and our high standards of quality. Fitters/welders are also tasked with welding out their assemblies. Metal Arts requires all structural welders to be certified using our standard in-house test: a full penetration horizontal 2G test using a 1” thick plate and the B-U4a-GF WPS, which uses a backup bar. Metal Arts is looking for leaders in our industry, who want to make an impact on a growing small business. Position Requirements • Read Structural Drawings and layout any structural component that is assigned to them at an efficient pace, with high quality • Inspect all parts provided to them for fitting, in order to ensure high quality • Maintain a thorough understanding of all weld symbols and mark each structural component properly to be welded • Maintain a thorough understanding of structural drawings and be capable of pointing out possible issues, missing items, out of tolerance parts, or general errors to the quality or detailing department • Maintain a working knowledge of AWS and AISC requirements for Structural Steel • Maintain a working knowledge of weld quality requirements and visual acceptance • Pass welding tests for any welding procedure and positions required (Metal Arts uses primarily GMAW or MIG welding, as well as FCAW) • Welder/Fitter is at times required to weld components and at times send components to a separate station for welding • When necessary, layout and fabricate miscellaneous parts for structural components • If a part is missing or out of tolerance, the welder/fitter shall at times fabricate the required parts in order to speed up production, including clip angles, plates, bent plates, etc. • Maintain a high level of competence with the shop cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment • Maintain capability to operate at a basic level all shop machinery: • Bandsaw • Ironworker • Torch & Handheld Plasma Cutter • Fabrication Hand Tools • All Welding Machines • Assist in miscellaneous shop duties as required, Metal Arts is a small business and all employees are required to help in any way they can during busy or short-handed periods. We try to limit these occurrences; however, they are inevitable. • Running the Bandsaw • Running the Ironworker • Cleaning the Shop • Loading Trucks • Unloading Trucks • Inspecting and Cleaning Shop Machinery • Adhere to all company policies and maintain a minimum of absences and tardiness • Maintain a positive attitude and ensure that Metal Arts is a positive environment to work in, free of unnecessary conflicts and issues. Compensation Fitter/Welder – $17.00 to $20.00 hourly Sr. Fitter/Welder – $20.00 to $24.00 hourly Employee Benefits Employees enjoy a benefits package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO) and a Simple IRA plan with retirement matching. We are passionate about retaining our top talent, so when possible, we promote internally. About Metal Arts Founded in 1971 in Wichita and purchased in the early 2000s by the Gray family, Metal Arts is one of the region’s choice steel fabrication companies, specializing in steel products and structural steel. Our facility includes 22,500 square feet of production space, allowing us to handle structural steel projects from less than a single ton to hundreds of tons. We serve hundreds of customers in multiple states!
See More Details >>Position Description: The Production Welder is responsible for joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable materials by applying appropriate welding techniques. This position will interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine appropriate welding process. Key Job Responsibilities: • Proficiently weld components in flat and horizontal positions (at minimum). • Perform work using safe work habits. • Fabricate pieces ensuring conformance with product specifications and blueprints. • Maintain a clean and safe work area. • Undertake other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility of position. Qualifications: • 1 year of MIG welding experience, preferred. • Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and product specifications. • The ability to perform in a dynamic and fast paced environment. • The ability to operate hand tools. • Work in such a way as to create limited scrap or rework and work to continually improve quality level. • Keep work area clean. Education and Work Experience Requirements: • Basic math skills with ability to read tape measure. • Ability to read blueprints with knowledge of welding symbols. Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions: • Ability to lift 50 pounds independently. • Regularly required to stand, bend, stoop, squat or kneel. • Exposure to shop environment. Other: • Reliable transportation & a good attendance record. • Working more than 40 hours per week may be required on a frequent basis in order to complete company deliverables. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Wichita, KS, often begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. According to the American Welding Society, the welding industry is expected to see a significant demand for new professionals, with approximately 320,500 new welding jobs needed by 2029. In Wichita, KS, welders have the potential to earn competitive wages, with an average weekly wage of $268.50. Training programs and apprenticeships can be found through trade schools and welding organizations, leading to a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement and specialization.
