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Storm Equipment LLC • Full-time • Le Center, Minnesota, United States • $25 - $30 / hour • 3m ago

Job Title Welder

Location Le Center, MN

Reports To Production Supervisor

FLSA Status Full-Time, Non-exempt (hourly)

Company Overview

Storm Equipment is an expanding business whose purpose is Setting the Future Standard in Snow. Storm’s core business consists of manufacturing and distributing innovative heavy equipment attachments, snowplows, and accessories that serve commercial snow and ice removal contractors. We specialize in challenging the status quo with innovative solutions that push our contractor partners through the storm.

We provide enduring support for our customers, with an emphasis on fostering impactful relationships, and a laser focus on collaborative industry advancement and education. We have your back all the way through the Storm, offering unreasonable hospitality to our customers and industry!

Outside of manufacturing and distribution of snow equipment, Storm also provides the industry with unique value through Storm Chasin’ – a docuseries highlighting commercial removal operations (https://stormeq.com/pages/storm-chasin), and Storm Academy – a first-of-its-kind training ground for year-round snow training and education, in partnership with many of the snow industry’s primary equipment manufacturers (https://stormeq.com/pages/storm-academy).

Storm Equipment is deeply rooted in the industry we serve. We even still maintain a commercial snow removal business in Mankato to this day! This continually keeps us in touch with our roots as snow contractors, and also serves as the real world launching pad for new products and innovations.

Position Summary

The Welder primarily performs fabrication and MIG welding for heavy equipment attachments. The Welder will have a thorough understanding of welding techniques, materials, equipment, and have a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

· Read and interpret drawings to understand project specifications.

· Set up and operating welding equipment and tools according to safety standards and job requirements.

· Position material in jigs or fixtures in proper position for welding.

· Ability to judge the type and gauge of steel to be welding and make proper head adjustments as required by welding procedures.

· Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards.

· Assist with continuous process improvement by following process flow and remaining flexible to complete tasks as part of the team.

· Maintain equipment and tools on a routine basis for good working condition.

· Manage and maintain the necessary supplies and materials in this job function.

· Maintain a clean and safe work area.

· Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.

· Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while on the job.

· Collaborate with other team members to optimize production processes and improve overall efficiency.

Location and Hours

● Full-Time: 40+ hours/week

● Core availability: Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM

● Travel Requirements: Storm Equipment has multiple facilities in the 30-mile radius of Mankato. This position’s primary location will be at Storm’s metal fabrication facility in Le Center, MN, but will occasionally require local travel to Mankato, Eagle Lake, or Madison Lake facilities as well.

Qualifications and Experience

· ⁠High school diploma or equivalent.

· 3+ years previous experience MIG welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.

· Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, recognize welding symbols and drawing specifications.

· Familiarity with different types of metals and their properties.

· Strong understanding of welding safety standards and practices.

· Ability to pass forklift certification.

· Preferred – AWS Certification

Base Salary: $25-$30 per hour or greater depending on experience and qualifications of the candidate.

PTO: 2 Weeks Annually

Tuition Scholarship Program:

Storm Equipment highly values Christian education. In order to encourage employees to enroll their children in Christian education programs, Storm Equipment provides a scholarship for 100% of the family cost of tuition at ELS and WELS schools (up to $4,000 per student).

Retirement Contributions:

Storm Equipment sponsors a Savings Incentive Match Plan (SIMPLE) IRA retirement plan. The company provides a matching contribution of up to 3% of each employee’s pay. All employees are eligible. Employees are totally vested in all contributions.

Work Environment

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. This position primarily takes place in an office or manufacturing setting, but during off-site events you may be exposed to outdoor environments.

Why Join Storm Equipment?

Storm is not just a workplace — it’s a mission. We are building something iconic in the snow industry, and we’re doing it with a high-performance team that cares deeply about each other. If you’re the kind of person who thrives behind the scenes, gets energy from helping others succeed, and wants to be a key part of building a legacy brand — we’d love to meet you.

Core Values

All employees must first and foremost demonstrate Storm Equipment core values (I.C.E.):

● Impactful – to bring solutions that make a significant, positive difference in the lives of all in the industry. Collectively, these solutions will raise the bar to new levels, creating a movement within snow and ice.

● Curious – to explore, question, and redefine possibilities to foster knowledge and innovation with a laser focus on industry advancement and ongoing education.

● Enduring – to provide continuous support and care for our customers, peers, friends, and colleagues. By prioritizing relationships and shared success over business transactions, industry advancement will become long-lasting.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

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