Welder

Job Description

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. Eligible relocation expenses may be reimbursed in accordance with company policy and applicable funding guidelines.

The Opportunity

We are hiring welders to join our Jamestown, ND manufacturing team. This is a full-time, stable, Monday through Friday position where your work goes into real structures that stand for generations. If you take pride in quality craftsmanship and want to work somewhere that invests in its people, we want to talk to you. Starting pay is based on your experience and skills - strong candidates can expect placement well above the entry rate. We have a defined advancement path with clear criteria, so you know exactly what it takes to move up and earn more.

What You Will Do

• Set up and operate MIG, flux-core, and/or stick welding equipment to perform tack welds, structural welds, and finish welds on steel components
• Clean and prepare steel beams and components prior to welding - removing oil, rust, scale, and other contaminants to ensure proper weld quality
• Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and weld symbols to execute fabrication assignments accurately
• Fabricate, cut, fit, and assemble structural steel components using hand tools, cutting equipment, grinders, and shop machinery
• Inspect your own work against quality standards and correct defects before parts move to the next stage
• Follow all safety rules, OSHA standards, and PPE requirements - every time, no exceptions
• Support your crew and pitch in across the production floor when the team needs it to meet customer deadlines - overtime may be required during peak production periods
• Help onboard new welders as a mentor and buddy as you gain experience

What We Are Looking For

We hire welders at all experience levels. Here is what matters most to us:

• Hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or construction environment
• Ability to set up and operate welding equipment and work safely around the machinery
• Can read a tape measure, do basic math with fractions, and follow shop drawings
• Shows up, stays focused, and takes ownership of the quality of their work
• Team player who communicates and helps the crew succeed

AWS certification, structural welding experience, or PEMB/steel building background are a plus - but not required to get started. If you have the fundamentals and the right attitude, we will invest in your development.

Why Work at Sunward Steel Buildings

Sunward Steel Buildings has been a trusted name in pre-engineered metal buildings for decades, and that reputation is built on the people behind it. As a family-owned company, we operate with a long-term mindset not only for our customers but for the team members who make it all possible.

You’ll find a culture grounded in trust, accountability, and genuine care for the people who show up every day. Whether you work on the shop floor or in the office, your contributions matter here, and your voice is heard.

We are proud to offer stable, full-time employment and a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to taking care of our team. Sunward covers between 72%-82% of benefit premiums depending on your coverage tier, so quality coverage stays accessible for you and your family.

Benefits Include:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 128 hours annually
• Eight (8) Paid Holidays per year

Career Growth

At Sunward, advancement is based on what you can do - not just how long you have been here. We have a structured path from entry-level through senior welder and Lead Welder, with defined pay increases at each step. Your supervisor will work with you on a development plan and nominate you for advancement when you are ready. High performers who develop leadership skills have a path to Lead Welder and beyond. We promote from within and we mean it - several members of our current production leadership started on the floor.

Sunward Steel Buildings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening. Must be authorized to work in the United States.