Seeking experienced 1st and 2nd shift MIG Welders for our client who works on site at a railroad company in Waterford, MI. The ideal candidate will possess welding experience and proficiency and must be proficient in carbon arcing, wire feed welding, flux core, and plasma cutting. Must be able to work overtime! Monday through Friday and occasional Saturday's. Shifts: (breaks and lunches paid for by client)
First Shift Hours & Pay : 6:00am-4:00pm (12 hour days 6am-6pm) $15-$20/hr. based off of weld test & experience
Second Shift Hours & Pay : 4:00pm to 2:00am (12 hour days 4pm-4am) $15-$20/hr. based off of weld test & experience PLUS $2/hr. shift premium on top of what they offer for 2nd shift
Compensation of the Experienced MIG Welders
Salary: $15.00 to $22.00 /hour to start (This rate is subject to results of your weld test- includes 2nd shift premium - receives $2/hr premium)
$1/hr guaranteed raise at 90 days
Performance raises are given by client
Holiday pay given by client at 90 days
50 hours of vacation pay given by client starting at 1 year and continues each year after
Responsibilities of the Experienced MIG Welders
Repair and rebuild railcar via welding and grinding
Torch cutting and plasma cutting
Must be able to repeatedly swing a variety of sledgehammers from 4-20 pounds during shift
Work in confined spaces that may require crawling, bending, twisting, and kneeling & overheard work
Maintain production levels as set while performing quality welds for client specification
Follow all safety requirements
Requirements of the Experienced MIG Welders
Welding experience and proficiency required
Proficient in carbon arcing, wire feed welding, flux core, and plasma cutting
Required to complete and pass AWS D15.1 welding qualification test
Ability to read and interpret drawings
Must be able to climb on and off rail cars
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, remain on feet standing, reaching, 2 hand lifting, bending, kneeling, etc. for shifts
Your own reliable transportation
Pass pre-employment testing (audiogram, physical, drug test, breathalyzer, background check)
