Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Welder/Fabricator
Career Insights for Welder / Solderer
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on South Dakota data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.
$47,373 / year median in South Dakota
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Responsible for the safe and efficient fabrication of steel products. The Welder I is an entry-level welding position, with all work being completed with close supervision. Embrace and demonstrate the qualities of the TrueNorth Steel Game Changer definition. Follow all company safety and quality requirements. Able to Learn company policies and procedures. Able to work on basic manufacturing assignments that have set standards. Able to follow detailed instructions while observed closely by supervisor or lead. Able to problem solve simple and non-complex issues that need little judgement. Able to perform measurements within specified tolerances. Learn to read blueprints. Ability to work with others. Ability to work safely and accurately. Prompt and dependable attendance. Other duties as assigned. Able to perform simple flat and horizontal welds and flat groove welds. Able to Fit and weld subassemblies with tack or spot weld. Able to perform measurements within specified tolerances. Exhibit knowledge of material identification, equipment utilization and welding equipment set-up and maintenance. General knowledge of equipment and operations. Basic understanding of Weld symbols. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Ability to read a tape measure (imperial and metric). Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. High School diploma or GED preferred. 0-1 years of welding experience preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.