Base Specialty Welder ($20,000 Sign-On Bonus)

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  • San Francisco, CA
  • $41.48 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Overview:Base Specialty Welder ($20,000 Sign-On Bonus)Location San Francisco, California, United StatesCategory Aircraft Maintenance and SupportJob ID SFO00005043Tech Ops / Maintenance - Line / Individual ContributorJob Type Full-TimePosted Date 08/14/2025Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together. Responsibilities:DescriptionAt United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.The sign-on bonus is exclusively for external candidates, internal applicants are not eligible to receive the sign-on incentive.Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform advanced welding techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick, or Flux-Core) to join and repair a variety of metals and alloys.
  • Experience with oxyacetylene cutting and brazing techniques, including torch setup, adjustment and safety practices.
  • Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine welding requirements.
  • Prepare materials by cleaning, cutting, and grinding metals to ensure proper fit and alignment.
  • Inspect completed welds to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
  • Operate and maintain welding equipment and tools, ensuring they are in good working condition.
  • Collaborate with engineers, fabricators, and other team members to troubleshoot issues and recommend improvements.
  • Adhere to all safety guidelines, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe work practices.
  • Maintain accurate records of materials used, work performed, and time spent on each project
Qualifications:What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • 2+ years of experience in a welding role, preferably in a specialty field.
  • Proficiency in operating welding machinery, tools, and related equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints, schematics, and shop drawings.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Key Competencies
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • Physical stamina and ability to work in varying conditions (e.g., heat, confined spaces, heights).
  • Work may involve exposure to loud noises, fumes, and hot or cold temperatures.
  • Must be able to lift and carry heavy materials (up to 50 lbs.) regularly.
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):Experience with arc welding or specialized applications in heavy industry, manufacturing, or constructionThe starting rate for this role is $41.48.
This is also a bonus eligible position (i.e. profit sharing).We offer competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k), pension and flight privileges (subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement).United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact to request accommodation.

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