Welder B

Welder B

Los Angeles, United States

Company
Hydraulics International, Inc.
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
24–26 an hour
Posted
7 days ago
Via
Build Submarines

Job Description
Hydraulics International, Inc (HII) seeks a highly talented Welder Level B who can interpret designs, monitor machinery, and assess welded components ensuring the highest level of quality in our products. You should have in-depth knowledge of welding machinery within heavy equipment. You'll have a steady hand and outstanding attention to detail.

Performance Deliverables:
• Cultivate a strong rapport and working relationships with key engineering and manufacturing staff and demonstrate effective cross-functional collaboration with team members
• Comprehensive technical skills to drive continuous improvement across manufacturing
• Read and comprehend fabrication drawings and welding symbols per AWS A2.4
• Weld components per fabrication drawing: stainless steel, steel, and aluminum material with understanding of MIG and TIG techniques
• Partner collaboratively with engineering and manufacturing teams to make continuous improvement to work process for production and quality control
• Work with welding fixtures and jibs and ensure consistent accuracy and quality
• Knowledge of visual inspection acceptance/rejection criteria

Requirements:
• H.S. Diploma or GED
• 3-5 years of welding experience. Experience as Manufacture Parts welding preferred.
• Experience on TIG (GTAW) to weld steel, stainless steel and aluminum materials on .070 to .400 thickness
• Ability to pass qualification test per AWS D17.1, D1.1, or D1.2.

Competencies

Customer Focus - Anticipating, meeting and/or exceeding customer needs, wants and expectations.

Flexibility - Readily modifying, responding and adapting to change with minimal resistance.

Interpersonal Skills - Effectively communicating, building rapport and relating well to all kinds of people.

Planning and Organizing - Establishing courses of action to ensure that work is completed effectively.

Problem Solving - Defining, analyzing and diagnosing key components of a problem to formulate a solution

Self-Starting - Demonstrating initiative and willingness to begin working.

Teamwork - Cooperating with others to meet objectives.

Salary Expectations:

$24 - $26 HR.

We offer competitive compensation & benefits package:
• 401(k)
• Health insurance (Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance)
• PTO

About HII:

HII headquartered in Chatsworth, California, U.S.A., is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, aviation and commercial industries, Government agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense and commercial technology, the Company develops manufactures and supports a broad range of systems for over one hundred industries as well as mission critical and military sustainment requirements worldwide. We are extremely proud of the fact that our extensive design capabilities enable us to produce the most sophisticated units known to today's technology.

Our corporate, engineering and manufacturing facilities, located in Chatsworth, CA and Forsyth, GA, encompass over 625,000 sq. feet. Our manufacturing facility is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art equipment such as CNC lathes and mills, computerized tube bending, and automatic press brake and programmable punch press, laser topography scanners, and other quality verification devices.

HII has combined the greatest talent, skill, and equipment to best service our customers' demands.

HII is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination and harassment against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability (including physical, emotional, and mental health), or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (818) 998-1231x2200 for assistance.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

Q What is the starting hourly wage for entry-level welders in the US in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the 10th percentile hourly wage for welders at $18.65 as of 2026 projections from May 2023 data adjusted for 3.5% annual growth. Entry-level positions in manufacturing start at $38,800 annually. Experienced welders reach $25.40 median hourly or $52,800 yearly.
Q What work visa do foreign welders need to work in the US in 2026?
USCIS requires H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural welder jobs, with a FY2026 statutory cap of 66,000 visas plus up to 64,716 supplemental visas approved by Congress. Employers must obtain DOL temporary labor certification via Form ETA-9142B. Permanent options include EB-3 visas requiring DOL PERM labor certification.
Q What education and experience qualify me for welder jobs in the US?
A high school diploma or GED is required, plus completion of a DOL-registered apprenticeship program of at least 2,000 hours over 12-24 months. No prior experience needed for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 16. Vocational training from community colleges meets eligibility for most positions.
Q What documents do I need to apply for welder jobs or apprenticeships?
Submit a resume, high school diploma or GED, proof of age (18+ for most), and any welding certifications via Apprenticeship.gov or employer portals. For federal jobs, include DD-214 for veterans. Background check consent form is standard for safety-sensitive roles.
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