MPI Welder

Job Description

Position: Welder I

Pay: Starting rate: $26.08/hr. 24‑month wage progression.

Reports to: Branch Manager

Description: McWane Plant & Industrial is seeking an experienced Welder to join our Job Shop Fabrication and Machining operation. The Welder I will layout and weld parts using manual welding processes to meet templates and specifications and will ensure welds conform to all company and government standards.

• Ensure personal safety and the safety of team members.
• Assist supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.
• Wear appropriate PPE, including fall protection, respiratory protection, hearing protection, foot, hand, head, and eye protection.
• Maintain cleanliness of the assigned work area and a safe, clean environment.
• Proactively promote the McWane Way principles; follow all processes and procedures and advise management of any deviations.
• Weld in multiple positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Identify and perform appropriate welds per specifications.
• Weld ductile iron and steel pipe and collars.
• Always follow all safety rules and practices.
• Use a variety of tools and equipment, including pneumatic and electric tools, measuring devices, calipers, tape measures, grinders, jacks, welders, cutting torches, sanders, drills, chop saws, and cranes safely and proficiently.
• Stand, walk, and use hands, fingers, or controls while performing duties.
• Communicate verbally and in writing in English.
• Reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed.
• Lift and move up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Adhere to wearing appropriate PPE (steel‑toed boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection).
• Work in dust and fumes.
• Work overtime and extended hours as demanded.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions and tolerate loud noise.
• Have knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.
• Meet specified vision abilities: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color distinction.
• Operate a forklift and obtain certification.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum one (1) year of welding experience.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.