Welder - Day Shift * Yankton, SD Skip To Content Built To Connect - Astec Skip to Main Content Skip to Footer Content Contact Us The site navigation utilizes arrow, enter, escape, and space bar key commands. Left and right arrows move across top level links and expand / close menus in sub levels. Up and Down arrows will open main level menus and toggle through sub tier links. Enter and space open menus and escape closes them as well. Tab will move on to the next part of the site rather than go through menu items. Back Products Asphalt Concrete Crushing Forestry & Environmental Recycling Industrial Heating Systems Material Handling Mobile Crushing & Screening Road Construction Rock Breaker Technology Screens & Feeders Washing & Classifying Used Equipment Having trouble finding the product you''re looking for ? 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Our employees thrive in a safe and team-oriented work environment where they are empowered to make suggestions for operational and sustainability enhancements. With safety as our first core value, we take pride in developing talent and invest in training, protective equipment, and technology for continuous improvement. If you share our dedication to advancement and quality services, we''d love to have you join us!If you''re looking to expand your skills in welding/fabrication, or you''re an experienced welder tired of seeing the same plans, we provide variety and opportunities! Our Evening Shift hours are Monday-Thursday with a start time of 2:55pm to an end time between 1:30am-3:30am depending on the overtime need.This position is Sign-On Bonus eligible! This position is eligible for Double OT!What You''ll Do:• Read and understand assigned blueprints prior to starting a project.• Participate in process and product development and improvement programs.• Accurately inspect metal prior to welding to ensure clean welds.• Perform grinding operations that comply with Astec's standards.• Ability to perform grinding and be able to pass a required welding skills test.• Necessary to be able to do all grinding tasks.• Must be able to safely weld vertical, flat, and overhead with both MIG and arc techniques.• Must inspect metal prior to welding for smoothness and acceptability and clean welds to presentable state.• Keep work area clean and neat.• Clock in on assigned jobs as appropriate.• Ensure welding machine settings are appropriate for work to be performed.• Must be able to safely use cranes and forklifts.• Must be trained in and know PPE requirements for welding including hood and filter shades and arm/body protection.• Must be able to read and understand weld symbols.• Must maintain welding machines by keeping them clean.• Follow company policies and procedures at all times.• Follow proper safety rules and procedures at all times.• Performs other duties as assigned.Why You''ll Love Working for Us:• Health, Dental, Vision- 1 Day Eligibility• Life, and Spousal Insurance• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability• 401(k) with Company Match• We offer to pay for AWS certification fees• PTO• Employee Wellness Programs, Tuition Aid, and Employee AssistanceWhat We Need from You:• High School Diploma or GED preferred.• 1 Year of Welding experience required.• Must have successful weld and bend test.• Heavy equipment manufacturing experience desired.• Ability to properly and safely MIG weld and arc gouging required.• Understanding and ability to read weld symbols, blueprints, and company drawings required.• Ability to understand and read a tape measure required.• Experience operating various hand, power, and hydraulic tools desired.• Experience operating forklifts, overhead hoists, and cranes desired.• Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse and locate and open/close programs/files.ASTEC is a Drug Free Workplace, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.At ASTEC, we value diversity and strive to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that some highly qualified women may not apply for roles due to systemic barriers. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, and are committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates. 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