Structural Steel Welder in High Point, North Carolina at Mickey Truck Bodies
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Structural Steel Welder
Mickey Truck Bodies – High Point, NC
Full-Time | Monday–Thursday 6:30am–5:00pm (Friday & Saturday as needed)
Pay
$21 per hour (based on experience)
Plus Bi-Weekly Productivity & Performance Bonus
$1,000 HIRING BONUS
Join a Leader in Truck & Trailer Body Manufacturing
Mickey Truck Bodies is looking for an EXPERIENCED structural steel welder to work in our chassis and liftgate departments.
Mickey Truck Bodies is a premier manufacturer of state-of-the-art bodies and trailers and specially engineered vehicles sold in over 50 countries around the world. The innovative product line-up is prevalent in industries such as food & beverage, vending, propane, rental trucks, emergency & rescue, furniture, battery, oil & natural gas, and data storage. The company operates a total of 500,000 square feet of manufacturing and fleet services space in 4 states with over 400 Mickey employees at these locations.
Since it was founded in High Point, NC in 1904, Mickey has remained operated by the Mickey family, now in its 4th generation of leadership.
1st Shift Monday- Thursday 6:30 AM to 5 PM Overtime on Friday 6:30 am to 3 pm and Saturday 6:30 am to 12 pm as needed for production
Mickey Truck Bodies offers our Structural Steel Welders a competitive compensation and benefit package including:
- Productivity and Performance Bonus
- Paid Vacation Time
- Medical (Employee cost share)
- Dental (Employee cost share)
- Vision Insurance (Employee cost share)
- Wellness Plan with Incentives
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance with AD&D Policy
- 401 K with Company Match
Structural Steel Welder Summary:
The Specialty Welding Technician (Structural Steel Welder) is responsible for performing advanced welding and fabrication of structural steel components used in truck and trailer bodies. This role requires a high level of skill in reading blueprints, fitting, welding, and inspecting structural assemblies to ensure they meet quality, safety, and strength standards. The technician works closely with fabrication, engineering, and quality teams to produce durable, code-compliant structures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Perform structural welding on carbon steel and other metals using MIG and FCAW welding processes in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions. · Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, welding symbols, and specifications. · Fit, tack, and weld structural components such as frames, sub-frames, reinforcements, and load-bearing assemblies. · Ensure welds meet required specifications, strength requirements, and quality standards. · Operate welding equipment, cutting torches, grinders, and other fabrication tools safely and efficiently. |
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities · Advanced knowledge of structural steel welding techniques and procedures. · Proficiency with MIG and FCAW welding processes. · Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and measuring tools. · Knowledge of AWS welding standards and structural welding requirements. · High attention to detail and commitment to quality. · Ability to work independently or as part of a team. · Strong problem-solving and communication skills. · Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude. · Commitment to workplace safety and use of proper PPE. |
Education and Experience · High school diploma or GED required. · Technical school or welding certification preferred. · Minimum of 3–5 years of structural steel welding experience required. · AWS certification (D1.1 or similar) preferred or ability to obtain. · Experience in truck body, trailer, or heavy manufacturing environment preferred. |
Work Environment:
Manufacturing work environment that has frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, noise intensity level, proximity to moving mechanical parts and exposure to weather.
Mickey Truck Bodies and Subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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