Welding Assistant

Job Title : Welding Assistant

Location : Salt Lake City, UT

Type : Direct Hire

Compensation : $20 - $27 hourly

Contractor Work Model : Onsite

Hours : 6am-3 : 30pm

As a Welder Assistant, you will support our aluminum car body manufacturing operations by assisting Welder-Fitters in preparing, finishing, and handling aluminum components. This includes grinding, cleaning, and preparing weld seams, as well as performing post-weld corrections. Your role is essential in maintaining efficiency, quality, and safety across all stages of the welding and assembly process.

Key Activities

Prepare aluminum parts for welding by cleaning and prepping weld seams (e.g., with grinding or brushing tools)

Support finishing and rework of welds through grinding, sanding, and polishing to meet quality standards

Assist Welder-Fitters during MIG and TIG welding tasks by positioning components and managing tools and fixtures

Handle, move, and align aluminum subassemblies based on technical drawings and work instructions

Use measuring tools and adjust parts to meet fit and dimensional requirements

Identify fabrication defects and perform corrective actions during assembly or prep work

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; ensure proper handling and storage of materials

Follow all safety guidelines and support continuous improvement activities on the shop floor

Qualifications

Skilled in metalworking tasks such as measuring, part alignment, reading technical drawings, grinding, and identifying fabrication defects

Basic experience supporting MIG and TIG welding in aluminum fabrication

Hands-on knowledge of metal preparation and finishing processes

Reliable and hardworking, with a strong willingness to learn and improve technical skills

Physically able to lift and handle aluminum components and work standing for long periods

Strong awareness of safety procedures and ability to follow detailed instructions

Experience working in industrial or manufacturing environments, especially with aluminum

Team-oriented, with proven ability to collaborate in a diverse, international production team

What We Offer

Employee benefits package includes :

Low-cost, comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx plans

401(k) with employer match after 90 days

Generous Paid Time Off / 10 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday (Dec. 25 - Jan 1)

Paid training / Career development

Tuition and training reimbursement

Paid maternity and parental leave

Company-paid life and disability insurance

Referral bonus program

Equal Opportunity Employer

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.