Welder/Fitter (1st Shift)

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El Cajon, CA, US Until 8/21/2026 2+ years exp First posted May 28, 2026 Last posted May 28, 2026
Job description

Welder/Fitter (1st Shift)

Company:  TriMas Company LLC

Primary Location:  1451 N Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time

Function:  Manufacturing Production / Distribution

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

This occupation requires knowledge in basic welding skills, GTAW and GMA.W. Perform such operations as help fit welding assemblies and do basic welding on Assemblies. Able to read basic blueprints. This occupation requires performing manual tasks requiring moderate physical exertion, including lifting, bending and considerable time standing.

· Able to read basic blueprints

· Assist Journeyman Welder fit and weld assemblies.

· Weld assemblies and use fixtures to assemble parts.

· Apply welds using the TIG & MIG method.

· Perform all other duties as assigned or directed.

· Must have own welding hood.

· Operate various hand grinders.

· Other duties as needed.

 

On-Site: This role is required to be on-site 4 days at the El Cajon, CA location.

Qualifications

Minimum two (2) years’ experience as a welder, or a certificate from welding trade school or ROP type program.

· 2+ years of experience as a welder

· Experience in assisting fabrication of parts to engineering drawings.

· Fabricate parts with supervision.

· Be willing to work at assigned jobs in or outside the welding field.

Compensation

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the expected pay range for this position is $25-$30.

Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and geographic location.  Some roles may qualify for extra incentives like equity, commissions, or other variable performance-related bonuses.  Further details will be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.

This position requires access to information, or technology, which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a (i) citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. “Green Card Holder”); or (iii) a person admitted to the United States as a refugee, or granted asylum, as specified under applicable law.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.

Click here for more information: www.trimasbenefits.com

About this role

Summary

Assist welders, perform basic welding, read blueprints, and fabricate parts on-site.

Job title

Weller/Fitter (1st Shift)

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

On-site in El Cajon, CA, no remote work allowed.

Salary

$25k–$30k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

weldingblueprint readingmanual dexterityGTAWGMAW

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

weldingblueprintsassemblyGTAWGMAW
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

El Cajon, CA, USA

On-site City