Welder Lexington

Immediate Hire
Experienced Welders
2nd Shift
$21.50/hour increases to $25 after 90 days

Get Your Career on the Right Track!

Ready to set your career on the right track? We are hiring 2nd shift Welders for Wabtec in Lexington. Join a dynamic, fun, and friendly team committed to making a real impact in the industry. Enjoy solid pay, along with health, dental, vision, and 401K benefits from day one. We even offer 12 days of holiday pay! That’s time you can spend with your family. Plus, there are ample opportunities for advancement and growth.

“Great place to work, good pay, opportunity to move up, overtime available, benefits and paid time off." —Welder, Wabtec

Apply Today. Let's start an extraordinary journey together.

As a Wabtec Welder in  Lexington we offer:

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision starting on Day 1
  • 401K Plan
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Employee focused workplace
  • Safe work environment
  • Safety Programs and Training

Position Summary:

Weld Technician is responsible for cutting and joining various types of metals and materials. You will operate appropriate equipment to construct mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision. Your job is important as it delivers the foundation for strong infrastructure of our products. A Weld Technician must be competent in using potentially dangerous equipment while following all safety precautions. The ideal candidate will also have a steady hand and great attention to detail.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Position, align, and fit components together for welding
  • Secure parts in position using bolts, clamps, and tack welds
  • Set up welding equipment and perform welding using various techniques (arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc)
  • Assemble parts using bolting and riveting methods
  • Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts
  • No supervisory responsibilities associated with this role

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • One to three months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience