TIG Welder

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TIG Welder

Location: Chaska, MN

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Day Shift: 7 AM-3:30 PM | Monday-Friday

• One-year certificate from a technical school, or 3 years of welding experience/training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Welding certification preferred.
• Ability to pass ASME certification requirements, including a 3" 304 schedule 40 6G pipe test and a 304 schedule 10 6G pipe test (company-paid certification provided).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, procedure manuals, and technical instructions.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions and apply practical problem-solving in standardized situations.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and precision in weld work.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, procedures, and production needs.
• Commitment to safety procedures and proper use of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and frequently move, bend, kneel, and reach.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Comfortable working in environments with fumes, airborne particles, extreme heat, and exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Ability to work around moving mechanical parts and occasional outdoor conditions.
• Moderate noise work environment conditions.

• Weekly paychecks you can count on.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Optional 401(k) and life insurance to plan ahead.
• A safe, clean shop with solid equipment.

• Read and interpret engineered drawings, blueprints, and work orders to complete welding assignments.
• Set up and prepare work areas for fabrication to maximize efficiency and workflow.
• Cut, grind, and prepare metal components to the required specifications prior to welding.
• Position, clamp, and secure parts using fixtures, work benches, floor setups, and support stands.
• Fabricate jigs when production volume requires repeatable assembly setups.
• Perform TIG welding primarily on stainless steel pipe, with occasional work on other metals and processes.
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required by the job.
• Follow the company welding procedure specifications to ensure weld quality and consistency.
• Set up welding equipment in accordance with procedure requirements and perform basic maintenance and diagnostics.
• Safely handle, move, and connect gas cylinders to fabrication equipment.
• Lay out, tack weld, and assemble work pieces prior to final welding.
• Inspect welds for bead size, quality, and conformance to specifications.
• Remove or repair weld discontinuities before continuing fabrication processes.
• Clean, degrease, and prepare parts for welding and finishing.
• Repair broken or damaged metal components, including filling holes and building up parts.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunities for all qualified individuals.