Welder (Certified) (Manufacturing)

Exciting Opportunity: Certified Structural Welder
Ignite Your FutureForge the Infrastructure That Powers Progress!
Are you passionate about precision, hands-on work, and being at the core of projects that keep our world running strong? Does the spark of metal meeting metal inspire you? LB&B Associates, Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic and dependable Certified Structural Welder to join our elite construction and maintenance team. Step into a pivotal role where your craft is celebrated, your growth is championed, and your expertise quite literally shapes the future!
Why LB&B Associates, Inc.?
Imagine working alongside more than 1,000 dedicated professionals, united by a mission to deliver reliability, safety, and uncompromising quality across vital infrastructure nationwide. LB&B Associates, Inc. has built a proud reputation for exceeding client expectationsserving city agencies, major corporations, and leading institutions. Our employees are our greatest asset, driving progress through collaboration, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
As we continue to expand our construction and maintenance services, were actively searching for welders ready to take on challenging and rewarding projects. Here, your technical skill will be valued, your commitment to safety will be respected, and your career can soar!
About the Role
Position: Certified Structural Welder
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Employment Type: Full-Time
Are you ready to jumpstart your welding career in a technically advanced environment where your work builds the foundations for communities, campuses, and industries to thrive? As a Certified Structural Welder with LB&B Associates, Inc., youll partner with expert craftspeople, engineers, and project managers. Your attention to detail, steady hand, and unwavering focus on safety will ensure the strength and reliability of critical structures.
What Youll Do
Every day brings the opportunity to learn, excel, and make a tangible difference. As a key team member, you will:
Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols to understand project specifications.
Perform high-quality welding on structural steel components and piping using SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW processes in accordance with ASME Section IX and AWS D1.1 codes.
Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment, tools, and safety gearalways following strict protocols.
Inspect welds visually and with non-destructive testing methods to ensure they meet code requirements and company standards.
Work with fabricators and fitters to assemble structures and components before welding.
Assist in the layout, cutting, and preparation of materials for welding, using saws, torches, and grinders as needed.
Document completed work, including weld logs and quality control records, supporting compliance and traceability.
Identify and promptly report material defects, equipment malfunctions, or safety concerns to supervisors.
Participate in team safety meetings, toolbox talks, and ongoing technical training to enhance your skills and stay current on best practices.
Maintain an organized and safe work area, ensuring all tools and consumables are stored properly.
Respond quickly and effectively to project needs or unexpected challengesprioritizing safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction at all times.
What Were Looking For
Do you take pride in your craftsmanship, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for learning and safety? Were seeking candidates who offer:
High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in welding or a related field preferred.
Current certification to ASME Section IX and AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code required.
3+ years of experience as a welder in construction, fabrication, or industrial settings preferred.
Thorough understanding of welding procedures, metallurgy, and safe work practices.
Ability to read blueprints, isometric drawings, and welding symbols.
Proficient in using welding equipment, hand and power tools, and material handling equipment.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality and safety.
Ability to work in varied conditions (standing, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, confined spaces, heights, noise, temperature extremes).
Willingness to work variable shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays) and respond to project demands.
Excellent teamwork, communication, and a positive attitudeready to collaborate and support colleagues.
Basic computer skills for logging work and completing reports.
Dedication to continuous improvement, reliability, and professional development.
Physical Demands
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching during each shift.
Manual dexterity for operating welding equipment, tools, and controls.
Exposure to noise, heat, cold, fumes, sparks, heights, and confined spacesfull PPE provided.
What We Offer
At LB&B Associates, Inc., we believe in celebrating your achievements and investing in your future. With us, youll enjoy:
Comprehensive Benefits: Life and disability insurance, plus optional medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
Financial Security: 401(k) with employer match for your future.
Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, support for additional certifications, and hands-on industry training.
Work-Life Balance: Paid vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
Supportive Culture: A workplace committed to safety, learning, advancement, and mutual respectwhere every voice counts.
LB&B Associates, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, ancestry, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
We provide reasonable accommodations so individuals with disabilities can perform essential job functions. Need assistance at any point in the process? Just let us knowwere here to help!
Ready to Build Your Career?
If youre ready to forge safe, sustainable, and reliable infrastructure for our community, apply to join LB&B Associates, Inc. in Manhattan, KS as a Certified Structural Welder. Your skills will be valued, your growth supported, and your future bright with possibilities.
How to Apply
Applying is easy! Send your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your welding certifications, project experience, and commitment to safety. Tell us what excites you about this role and how youll help us deliver world-class reliability and innovation.
Dont waitstep into a role that challenges, rewards, and prepares you for long-term success. If you have questions about the Certified Structural Welder position or the application process, our recruitment team is here to help. Reach out today and discover what makes LB&B Associates, Inc. an outstanding place to build your career.
Join UsWhere Your Work Shapes Skylines and Secures Our Future! Start your next chapter now. Apply today and help us build a legacy of teamwork, reliability, and technical excellence. Lets shape the future together.