Submerged Arc Seam Welder; Weekend Shift

Submerged Arc Seam Welder – Individual Contributor

Location:

955 North Haverhill Rd, El Dorado, Kansas 67042‑4806

Shift

Hours:

5:00am – 5:30pm (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) – 36 hours worked, paid for 40 hours. Training

Hours:

5:00am – 3:30pm, Monday–Thursday.

Starting Wage: $26.32 per hour.

• Set up and operate flux core sub‑arc seam welding machine to place continuous seamed welds on one or two sides of pole shafts.
• Fuse metal structural components together using submerged arc welding processes for steel electrical poles and related structures.
• Plan and layout welding operations from blueprints, shop drawings, or specifications.
• Determine operation sequences, set up work, and perform welding in a variety of positions.
• Perform repetitive assembling operations per established procedures; use hand tools and measuring devices.
• Move pole shafts with overhead crane; gather parts and materials to complete projects.
• Execute general maintenance of welding equipment, troubleshoot, and make mathematical calculations for setup.
• Maintain a safe, productive work environment; ensure quality product shipped complete and on time.
• Follow safety, quality, and productivity standards in a high‑paced environment.

• Successful completion of an internal welding test.
• Working knowledge of fixturing and weld‑setup parameters (amps, volts, etc.).
• Knowledge of welding properties of various metals.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or shop drawings.
• Ability to set up work and determine operation sequence.
• Basic mathematics: calculate formulas using U.S. and metric measurements.
• Problem‑solving skills and practical issue resolution.
• Teamwork skills in a diverse environment.
• Attention to detail; follow work instructions.
• Meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high‑paced setting.
• Lift up to 50lb (most frequent lift up to 20lb); wear required personal protective equipment; follow facility safety regulations.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited trade school for welding.
• Three or more years of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• One or more years of professional welding experience.
• High awareness of safety; passion, integrity, drive for excellence.

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision).
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Employer‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability, including maternity leave.
• Work‑life support.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Voluntary programs: tobacco cessation, Type2 diabetes reversal, one‑on‑one health coaching, mortgage services, and more.

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