Welder
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$24 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Stockton, California |
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Job Description
Job Title: Structural Welder
Location: Stockton, CA
Pay Rate: Starting at $24.00/hour (DOE)
Schedule: Full-time (overtime as needed)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Structural Welder to join a fast-paced steel fabrication team. This role is responsible for welding structural steel components according to blueprints and specifications, ensuring high-quality workmanship for commercial and industrial projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform MIG and Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) on structural steel components
- Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and weld symbols
- Fit, align, and weld parts in accordance with specifications and tolerances
- Operate welding equipment, grinders, torches, and other fabrication tools
- Inspect welds to ensure structural integrity and quality standards
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Follow all safety procedures and company guidelines
- Collaborate with fitters, fabricators, and supervisors to meet production goals
Qualifications:
- 1+ years of structural welding experience preferred
- Proficiency in MIG and/or FCAW welding processes
- Ability to read blueprints and understand weld symbols
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment (lifting, standing, bending)
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a structural steel or fabrication shop
- AWS certification (a plus, but not required)
- Experience with overhead cranes and rigging
Work Environment:
- Industrial fabrication shop setting
- Exposure to loud noise, heavy equipment, and varying temperatures
- Use of required PPE at all times
Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.