MIG Welder
Los Angeles, United StatesCompany
Express Employment Professionals
Location
Sun Valley, CA
Job Type
Full-time and Contractor
Posted
8 days ago
Via
via Search Jobs - Express Employment Professionals
Job Description
MIG Welder
Sun Valley, CA
Full time Temp to hire
Monday thru Friday 8am to 4:30pm + Overtime
$20hr to $25hr depending on experience.
A leading truck body manufacturer with over 50 years of history in the San Fernando Valley, with operations in Arizona and a new facility in Los Angeles, is seeking a talented individual to work as a MIG Welder in their Sun Valley location.
Summary: Perform duties in the assembly line related to all elements of steel fabrication and welding. Duties primarily involve welding processes but also include operating basic hand tools, component assembly of electrical and/or hydraulic components, operating metal fabrication equipment including drills, and grinders that are associated with structural steel fabrication.
Responsibilities:
• Perform welding operations using several welding processes including SMAW and GMAW.
• Operate Basic Hand Tools and Powered Hand Tools. i.e., Drills, Disc Grinders etc.
• Operate equipment as described in company procedures.
• Use Cutting Torches, Drills, Grinders, Material Handling Equipment.
• Perform work safely and follow established work procedures.
• Perform Housekeeping Duties.
• To not abuse equipment and report equipment that requires servicing or repair.
• Perform General Tasks as assigned by Supervisor.
• Accurately complete assembly sheets.
• Support the Quality and Safety programs.
Qualifications:
• Technical Training in the Welding Trade with a minimum of 6 months experience.
• Able to work 50 hours a week
• CW Certification in several welding processes is a plus but not required.
• Ability to interpret shop drawings.
• Basic knowledge of structural steel shapes, sizes, and grades.
• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Knowledge and respect of shop safety.
• Able to perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to communicate orally.
• Ability to work in cold environments.
Sun Valley, CA
Full time Temp to hire
Monday thru Friday 8am to 4:30pm + Overtime
$20hr to $25hr depending on experience.
A leading truck body manufacturer with over 50 years of history in the San Fernando Valley, with operations in Arizona and a new facility in Los Angeles, is seeking a talented individual to work as a MIG Welder in their Sun Valley location.
Summary: Perform duties in the assembly line related to all elements of steel fabrication and welding. Duties primarily involve welding processes but also include operating basic hand tools, component assembly of electrical and/or hydraulic components, operating metal fabrication equipment including drills, and grinders that are associated with structural steel fabrication.
Responsibilities:
• Perform welding operations using several welding processes including SMAW and GMAW.
• Operate Basic Hand Tools and Powered Hand Tools. i.e., Drills, Disc Grinders etc.
• Operate equipment as described in company procedures.
• Use Cutting Torches, Drills, Grinders, Material Handling Equipment.
• Perform work safely and follow established work procedures.
• Perform Housekeeping Duties.
• To not abuse equipment and report equipment that requires servicing or repair.
• Perform General Tasks as assigned by Supervisor.
• Accurately complete assembly sheets.
• Support the Quality and Safety programs.
Qualifications:
• Technical Training in the Welding Trade with a minimum of 6 months experience.
• Able to work 50 hours a week
• CW Certification in several welding processes is a plus but not required.
• Ability to interpret shop drawings.
• Basic knowledge of structural steel shapes, sizes, and grades.
• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Knowledge and respect of shop safety.
• Able to perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to communicate orally.
• Ability to work in cold environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States
What is the projected median annual wage for welders in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected median annual wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in the United States is $52,500, or $25.24 per hour, as of 2026. Entry-level welders start at approximately $38,000 annually, while experienced ones earn up to $68,000. Wages are highest in manufacturing states like Louisiana at $28.50 per hour.
What visa do foreign welders need to work legally in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign welders typically require an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural work, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 66,000 visas plus up to 64,716 supplemental. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL proving no US workers available, valid for up to 12 months. Processing fee is $460 per petition as of 2026.
What are the minimum education and experience requirements for welder jobs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders need a high school diploma or GED and completion of a 6,000-hour apprenticeship program averaging 2 years. No prior experience is required for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 18. Vocational training from DOL-registered programs provides the necessary skills in MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
What documents are required to apply for welder apprenticeship programs in the US?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants need a high school diploma or GED, proof of age 18+, driver's license, Social Security number, and resume listing any metalworking experience. Submit online via Apprenticeship.gov portal with sponsor-specific forms. Background check and drug test are standard, processed within 30 days.
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