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Automatic Welder Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Career Welder

Shell Rock, IA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... automatic welding, and/or semi-automatic welding equipment. What you'll do: * Hand weld in all positions, fillet and groove * Perform repairs to subassemblies for final product * Perform oxy-fuel ...

Career Welder

Shell Rock, IA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... automatic welding, and/or semi-automatic welding equipment. What you'll do: * Hand weld in all positions, fillet and groove * Perform repairs to subassemblies for final product * Perform oxy-fuel ...

Career Welder

Shell Rock, IA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... automatic welding, and/or semi-automatic welding equipment. What you'll do: * Hand weld in all positions, fillet and groove * Perform repairs to subassemblies for final product * Perform oxy-fuel ...

Career Welder, 2nd shift

Shell Rock, IA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... automatic welding, and/or semi-automatic welding equipment. What you'll do: * Hand weld in all positions, fillet and groove * Perform repairs to subassemblies for final product * Perform oxy-fuel ...

Career Welder, 2nd shift

Shell Rock, IA · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

... automatic welding, and/or semi-automatic welding equipment. What you'll do: * Hand weld in all positions, fillet and groove * Perform repairs to subassemblies for final product * Perform oxy-fuel ...

Welder

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead) * Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead) * Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

Welder

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead) * Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

Welder

Carlisle, IA

$18 - $22/hr

Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead) * Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

Welder

Carlisle, IA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead) * Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

Welder

Carlisle, IA · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead) * Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

Production Welder

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

The Production Welder is responsible to use semi-automatic welding equipment to weld and fabricate various components for products. The H3 Welder will produce quality weldments, requiring welds in ...

Production Welder

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

The Production Welder is responsible to use semi-automatic welding equipment to weld and fabricate various components for products. The H3 Welder will produce quality weldments, requiring welds in ...

... automatic welding operations in a team environment. You will perform a variety of welding and other production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role emphasizes Safety ...

Welder

Newton, IA · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

As a Welder , you will use drawings or work orders using semi-automatic and mechanized welding equipment to fabricate and repair wind tower sections. You may also be required to inspect completed ...

... semi-automatic and automatic welding equipment to join, surface, fabricate and repair parts of ... Visually analyze welds to determine welder training needs * Help with class training of new welders

Welder

Newton, IA · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

As a Welder , you will use drawings or work orders using semi-automatic and mechanized welding equipment to fabricate and repair wind tower sections. You may also be required to inspect completed ...

... semi-automatic and automatic welding equipment to join, surface, fabricate and repair parts of ... Visually analyze welds to determine welder training needs * Help with class training of new welders

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What is the difference between Automatic Welder vs Manual Welder?

AspectAutomatic WelderManual Welder
CertificationsTypically requires welding certifications like AWSRequires similar certifications, often AWS or state-specific
Work EnvironmentAutomated production lines, factory settingsOn-site, manual fabrication, construction sites
Work ProcessUses automated equipment to weld with minimal human inputPerforms welding manually using hand-held tools
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, heavy industry, shipbuildingConstruction, repair, custom fabrication

Automatic welders operate machinery to perform welding tasks with minimal human intervention, ideal for high-volume production. Manual welders, on the other hand, perform welding tasks manually, offering flexibility for custom or complex projects. Both roles require similar certifications and are common in manufacturing and construction industries, but their work environments and processes differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Automatic Welder job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Career Welder

TrinityRail

Shell Rock, IA • On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


TrinityRail rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Trinity Rail Maintenance Services, Inc. is searching for a talented team player to fill the open positions of 1 st shift Welder in our Shell Rock, IA location. We provide a complete array of railcar maintenance services. Join our team today and be a part of Delivering Goods for the Good of All.
As a Welder at Trinity, you'll apply appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, and repair parts of metal or other weldable materials according to layouts, work orders, blueprints, schematics, and sketches using manual, automatic welding, and/or semi-automatic welding equipment.
What you'll do:
  • Hand weld in all positions, fillet and groove
  • Perform repairs to subassemblies for final product
  • Perform oxy-fuel welding
  • Perform carbon arc welding
  • Conduct one or two NDE tests
  • Follow all safety rules and practices
  • May be involved in safety committees or initiatives
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • What you'll need:
  • Minimum of 1 year of related experience
  • Experience with MIG and FCAW is required
  • FCAW (2G, 3G & 4G)
  • Ability to weld out of position (vertical & overhead)
  • May require working above ground (15 ft or more)
  • Must be able to climb ladders or stairs to reach objects; comfortable with heights.
  • May require working in narrow or confined work spaces for extended periods of time
  • Tasks may require physical strength and dexterity
  • May require extensive kneeling, bending and standing for long periods of time

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