The job in short
Plant maintenance welding.
Details
- Found
- 8 d ago · posted 2026-10-14
- Location as listed
- Sarasota, FL, USA
- Role
- Welder
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
We are seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician with hands-on stick welding (SMAW) experience to perform equipment repairs, fabrication, and general industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, welding proficiency, and the ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform stick welding (SMAW) on carbon steel and other metal components to repair, reinforce, and fabricate industrial equipment.
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Complete industrial maintenance and mechanical repairs on production machinery, conveyors, structural components, and related equipment.
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Diagnose equipment issues and perform corrective and preventive maintenance.
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Cut, fit, grind, and prepare metal components for welding and repair.
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Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings.
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Repair and fabricate brackets, frames, supports, platforms, and machine components.
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Troubleshoot mechanical systems, including motors, bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
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Inspect welds for quality, strength, and structural integrity.
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Safely operate welding machines, grinders, cutting torches, and other shop equipment
Qualifications and Requirements
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Previous experience in industrial maintenance, welding, fabrication, or a related field.
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Hands-on stick welding (SMAW) experience required.
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Ability to perform welding repairs on industrial machinery and heavy metal components.
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Knowledge of metal preparation, fitting, cutting, grinding, and finishing.
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Ability to read blueprints, measurements, and welding symbols.
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Basic mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
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Familiarity with industrial safety procedures and welding practices.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
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Welding certification or technical training preferred but not required, depending on experience.
Job Number: 5413