Welder
Company
Technical Works Specialized Staffing
Location
Baldwin Park, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
30–40 an hour
Posted
17 hours ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter
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Job Description
Welder position available in Baldwin Park, CA. 91706
Monday through Friday - 7:30am to 4pm - Must be available to work overtime and weekends.
Summary:
Welder MUST be experienced in TIG welding process and equipment.
Job Functions:
• Lay out, plan welding assignments using blue prints, customer sketches and verbal instruction.
• Develops and fabricates the welding fixtures and tooling as required to complete his or her assignments
• Knowledge of visual inspection acceptance/rejection criteria
• Perform repetitive welding tasks with consistent accuracy and quality
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Make efforts for continuous improvement of in-house processes
• Ability to change priorities with little or no notice
• Take orders and work assignments from lead welder and maintenance manager
• Work with welding fixtures and jigs
• Any other duties as assigned by maintenance manager and/or lead welder
• Occasionally the welder may be required to accompany a work crew out to a job site to perform welding tasks at customer/work sites.
• Employee must provide their own hand tools and welding helmet.
• Must be able to communicate to peers and supervision on work status.
• Regular attendance is required, 8 hours a day Monday thru Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.
• Over time may be required when scheduled.
• Must practice good housekeeping habits.
• May perform other duties as required.
Experience:
Preferred 3-7 years in welding environment, repair or fabrication experience a plus.
Should be able to read and interpret engineering blue prints.
Company DescriptionAs a women/minority owned staffing company, we currently are certified with the following organizations: SBA 8(a), Southern California Minority Business Development Council, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, Women Business Entity, Minority Business Entity, and as a Disadvantaged Business Entity.
Monday through Friday - 7:30am to 4pm - Must be available to work overtime and weekends.
Summary:
Welder MUST be experienced in TIG welding process and equipment.
Job Functions:
• Lay out, plan welding assignments using blue prints, customer sketches and verbal instruction.
• Develops and fabricates the welding fixtures and tooling as required to complete his or her assignments
• Knowledge of visual inspection acceptance/rejection criteria
• Perform repetitive welding tasks with consistent accuracy and quality
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Make efforts for continuous improvement of in-house processes
• Ability to change priorities with little or no notice
• Take orders and work assignments from lead welder and maintenance manager
• Work with welding fixtures and jigs
• Any other duties as assigned by maintenance manager and/or lead welder
• Occasionally the welder may be required to accompany a work crew out to a job site to perform welding tasks at customer/work sites.
• Employee must provide their own hand tools and welding helmet.
• Must be able to communicate to peers and supervision on work status.
• Regular attendance is required, 8 hours a day Monday thru Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.
• Over time may be required when scheduled.
• Must practice good housekeeping habits.
• May perform other duties as required.
Experience:
Preferred 3-7 years in welding environment, repair or fabrication experience a plus.
Should be able to read and interpret engineering blue prints.
Company DescriptionAs a women/minority owned staffing company, we currently are certified with the following organizations: SBA 8(a), Southern California Minority Business Development Council, Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, Women Business Entity, Minority Business Entity, and as a Disadvantaged Business Entity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of January 2026 including overtime rates?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median hourly wage for welders at $28.45 as of January 2026 with time-and-a-half overtime required after 40 hours under FLSA rules. Welders in manufacturing earn an additional $4.20 per hour on average for night shifts. Annual median earnings reach $59,176 for full-time roles.
How many hours per week can welders legally work in the United States without overtime pay in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the standard workweek at 40 hours with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate required after that threshold in 2026. Welders on federal contracts receive double time for hours over 48 in a workweek. Paid sick leave of up to 56 hours annually applies under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions.
What education and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states a high school diploma plus 6-12 months of postsecondary welding training or apprenticeship is required for 2026 entry-level positions. Three years of documented experience is mandatory for structural welding roles under AWS D1.1 standards referenced by DOL. Certification in SMAW or GMAW processes must be completed before hire.
What documents are required to apply for welder positions through U.S. Department of Labor registered apprenticeships in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form ETA-671, high school transcripts, and proof of U.S. work authorization to DOL-registered programs by March 2026 deadlines. A valid driver's license and negative drug test results from a SAMHSA-certified lab are mandatory. Background checks via FBI fingerprinting are required for nuclear or pipeline welding tracks.
