Becoming a welder in Yakima, WA, 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, there are approximately 402,333 welders in the United States, with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Yakima, the average weekly wage for welders is approximately $734.50, with experienced welders potentially earning over $100,000 annually. Apprenticeships, trade schools, and welding certification programs are available to help aspiring welders gain the necessary skills and credentials, leading to a stable career with competitive compensation.
Day Shift ONLY, Monday through Friday with overtime in the busier months We do not travel. We are a one location company. Must be able to pass a pre employment Urinary Analysis. Looking for someone willing to work in a shop environment. Duties include, (but not limited to); MIG Welding (GMAW/FCAW), fabricating, fitting and assembling steel parts and structures to blue prints, and verbal or written instructions. Using steel shears, press brakes, cold cutting saws, bandsaws and other fabrication equipment. Operation of material handling equipment including bridge cranes and forklifts. CNC equipment operation may be required depending on production needs. Employee will be trained in safety and efficiency standards. Good math skills (decimals and fractions) and ability to read a tape measure is a must. Basic addition and subtraction is needed. Basic understanding of measurements and measuring tools is needed. This includes measuring lengths and angles using a variety of tools. Employee will be required provide their own hand tools (such as tape measure, square, hammer, wrenches etc.) A tool list will be provided. Must be mechanically inclined. Benefits include % matching simple IRA (retirement), PTO and paid holidays. reliable transportation is required. Good attendance and strong work ethic is required. Experience with FCAW and GMAW welding processes required. WABO certification in GMAW or FCAW is preferred. Metal fabrication experience preferred. Candidate must be dependable. Compensation is dependent on previous experience. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Shift: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Day shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Welder Fabricator Summary: This job posting is for the full-time position of Welder Fabricator with ASAP Metal Fabricators, a sheet-metal manufacturing job shop in Yakima, WA. Pay will be DOE. We are a small business with local owners, you won’t be treated like a number here. We believe that our people are our greatest assets, and we are always looking for great talent and great attitude to add to our team. We plan to grow, and we’re looking for long-term people to grow with us! We are looking for a welder/fabricator who likes to build new and different parts every day, in a job-shop manufacturing environment. Here are some details: Typical Responsibilities • Measure and mark work pieces using straightedges, rules, and calipers • Cut and smooth metal components using plasma cutters, portable grinders, lathe, and milling machines • Read and interpret blueprints and production drawings to lay out welding projects • Operate forklifts/cranes and use them in conveying work materials to welding site • Collaborate with project managers and welding supervisors to ensure smooth work operations • Guide and direct the activities of inexperienced/trainee welders • Maintain safety guidelines and regulations to ensure a risk-free work environment • Perform welding operations in accordance with set specifications and configuration • Carry out welding according to set dimensions to meet general test requirements • Organize and clean welding equipment on a regular basis • Monitor inventory level of materials to notify supervisor of stock shortage • Bore holes through metal workpieces using drill press • Weld materials in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions • Adjust gas gauges to set the flow rate of shield gas • Perform welding of metal alloys to specific dimensions, tolerances and layouts • Use measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers to inspect angles, grooves or gap allowances • Apply knowledge of metallurgy and geometry in selecting welding equipment and configuration. • Keep work areas clean and organized, take proper care of all equipment and facilities. • Follow all company rules and policies • Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task • Follow all safety rules and quality standards • Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency • Maintain communication with lead welder, supervisor, engineer, or project manager to overcome obstacles, time consumption and to produce the best quality efficiently There will be opportunities to cross-train, gain new skills and support other areas of the business. Come and grow with us! Preferred Qualifications • Ability to use MIG, TIG, FCAW, SMAW, and Pulse Arc machines • Ability to weld stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum in various alloys and gauges. • Ability to identify spool wire type or filler metal type to weld a specific alloy • Ability to connect cables, gas cylinders and set welding machine to obtain amperage, voltage, pulse, frequency, and wire feed speed as the material dictates or as blueprint welding procedure requires • Must be able to read blueprints, drawings and diagrams to determine specific welding requirements • Must be a certified forklift truck operator • Must have valid driver’s license in good standing • Dependable • Great attitude • Growth-minded Preferred Experience • Ability to understand basic mechanical and manufacturing techniques. • Three years minimum experience or training • High school diploma or GED required The business operates on a 40-hour workweek. Overtime is discouraged, but may occasionally be required. Standard hours of operation are: • Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm • Friday, 7:00 am - 2:00 pm All employees are eligible for medical benefits and receive Paid-Time-Off. If you have a great attitude and are looking for an opportunity to grow in an environment where you will be treated like a person, then APPLY NOW, and let’s have a conversation! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift • Day shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Leading electrical & architectural sign company Tube Art Group is looking for a motivated and experienced Metal Fabricator to join our outstanding team in our Yakima Manufacturing Facility. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Ability to build architectural quality channel letters, mounting assemblies and custom fabricated illuminated and non-illuminated products. • Ability to read detailed shop drawings and calculate accurate cuts. • Ability to successfully operate fabricating machines which includes welders, circular saws, drill presses, brakes, punches and routers. • Ability to operate hand power tools. • Ability to successfully work with members of a team at all levels within an organization. • Values high quality work. Required Qualifications and Work Experience • Minimum of 2+ year’s metal fabricating experience required. • Self-driven, focused, organized and dependable. • Flexible and able to effectively manage changing priorities. • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion. • Ability to successfully pass background check. • Custom metal fabrication is a plus Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00 - $34.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • 10 hour shift Application Question(s): • Please provide your address Work Location: In person
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