Welder (MIG / TIG)
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$26 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Rancho Cordova, California |
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Job Description
Job Description
Welder (MIG / TIG) – Rancho Cordova, CA
2nd Shift - Swing shift - Mon - Th; 2:30pm - 1:10am (4/10 schedule)
$22 - $25
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled Welder to join a manufacturing and fabrication team in Rancho Cordova. This position performs MIG and TIG welding across a limited range of material gauges, alloys, and positions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and capable of producing high-quality welds that meet customer specifications with minimal defects.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform MIG and TIG welding on a variety of metal materials within defined specifications
- Identify and select correct gas, wire, and welding materials for each process
- Use oxy-acetylene and plasma torches to cut materials as needed
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings
- Join, fabricate, and repair metal components using appropriate welding techniques
- Execute consistent weld types including groove, fillet, lap, butt, and full penetration welds
- Perform multi-pass welds and stack-ups as required by job specifications
- Fabricate and weld products to meet strict customer requirements with minimal defects
- Perform carbon air arc cutting as required and pass testing validation
- Develop and construct basic fixturing for welding and fabrication work
- Straighten and correct welded parts as needed
- Weld and repair holes up to 2 inches deep
- Visually inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and defects
- Inspect welding equipment and tools for wear and safety compliance
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Operate forklifts (must maintain or obtain forklift certification)
Requirements
- Minimum 6 months of sheet metal, welding, or metal fabrication experience
- Ability to read and interpret written instructions, blueprints, and technical documents
- Strong manual dexterity and ability to use welding tools and equipment safely
- Experience using MIG and TIG welding processes for basic butt and fillet welds
- Basic math skills including addition and subtraction
- Ability to follow verbal instructions and work independently or as part of a team
- Ability to obtain AWS D1.1 or D1.3 welding certifications as required
Preferred Skills
- Experience with fabrication, structural welding, or production welding environments
- Familiarity with industrial safety standards and PPE compliance
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification quickly
- Strong attention to detail and quality control mindset
Work Environment
This role is based in a manufacturing/fabrication shop environment and requires standing, lifting, bending, and working with heavy materials and welding equipment. Safety compliance and precision are essential.
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