Welder

Job Full Description

We're hiring 2nd shift Welders to join our fabrication team. This hands-on role involves interpreting blueprints and schematics to weld, join, and repair metal components. Candidates will lay out and align parts to build structural steel products used in transmission and distribution systems, with a strong focus on precision and quality. Applicants should have at least 3-5 years of welding experience OR successful completion of welding education or training to be considered for this position.


Schedule

• Monday-Thursday 2:45pm-12:45am
• O/T Fridays as needed

Pay

• $23.00 - $30.00 hourly/DOE
• Weekly paychecks every Friday

Responsibilities

• Perform basic equipment and material repairs
• Weld full penetration joints (e.g. slip joints) on poles or channels
• Operate grinding tools and equipment
• Lay out and mark weld points on components or subassemblies
• Position materials in jigs or fixtures using measuring tools based on schematics and blueprints
• Inspect finished welds to ensure quality and specification compliance
• Maintain and complete necessary production and inspection records
• Achieve qualification as a flat welder
• Maintain at least a 90% pass rate on ultrasonic (UT) inspections
• Follow all standard safety procedures and protocols
• Perform additional tasks as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of welding experience or successful completion of welding education/training
• Experience with Flux-Cored, Metal-Cored, and Shielded Metal Arc welding strongly preferred
• Skilled in precision measurement within tight tolerances
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, layouts, and work orders
• Prior experience manufacturing transmission poles or similar structural products is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to maintain consistent, reliable attendance

Perks and Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Term life
• Short-term disability
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays, for qualifying employees
• Referral program
• Sick and Safe Time (ESST)

About Express Employment Professionals in Red Wing, MN


Established in 1991, Express Employment Professionals in Red Wing, MN has partnered with over 700 companies in the area. We hire for light industrial, office services, and skilled trade roles, and we receive new job openings from our company partners every single day. We never charge a fee from our Associates for our staffing services, and we are honored to receive a 4.6/5-star rating on Google.

Referral Program


Know someone else who would be a great fit for this role? Refer them to Express Employment Professionals in Red Wing, MN! Once your referral works 100 hours through our office, you'll receive $100. Valid only at the Red Wing, MN Express Employment location.

Red Wing, MN
1176
910 Main Street
Unit 101
Red Wing, MN 55066