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Job Title: Welder
Location: Ottawa, KS
Shifts: 5:30 AM - 2 PM (8-hour shifts) and 5:30 AM - 4 PM (10-hour shifts)
Pay: $21 an hour
Role and Responsibilities:
• Weld materials in all positions (ground level, above ground, below ground) using FCAW, SMAW, GMAW, and SAW techniques.
• Follow industry-standard procedures (AWS, AISC) to ensure welds meet or exceed quality requirements.
• Grind, chip, and prepare materials for welding or finishing.
• Weld structural materials such as plates, sheets, girders, and tanks, often under strict heat application and tolerance standards.
• Perform gouging and scarfing as needed.
• Ensure welds meet certification standards, including AWS D1.1.
• Operate cranes to transport materials as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• Perform other duties as directed by management.
Skills and Experience:
• Proficiency in welding techniques (FCAW, SMAW, GMAW, SAW).
• Strong experience welding a variety of metals such as steel and aluminum.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings.
• At least 12 months of stable work experience in welding, with a focus on structural welding.
• Must pass required weld test in accordance with AWS D1.1.
• High school diploma or GED required.
Perks and Benefits:
• While working as a Balance Staffing Associate, you will be able to take advantage of weekly pay, optional medical benefits, paid sick leave, and state-specific retirement saving options in accordance with state or local law.
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Salary : $21
