What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weld Trainee position at Lippert?
Overview
Join the Lippert Team!
Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.
Starting Pay: $20.00/hr
Dates: June 8, 2026 - July 1, 2026
Class Location: TSTC New Braunfels
Fast Track Weld Program
This course is designed with an emphasis on welding technology related to multiview computer-aided design (CAD) drawings, freehand sketching and layout techniques. Apply AWS A2.4 welding symbols (American Welding Society), and study welding documentation supported by fabricated products and assembly. Multiview lines, measurements, and many AWS welding standards will be presented and assessed weekly. Fasteners and welding assemblies are essential to this CAD documentation course. Welding programs can cover MIG Welding, TIG Welding, and/or Fabrication.
Weld Program-Lippert University
After completion of the class, you will work in the Shiner, TX Plant.
Lippert is excited to announce we will be relocating our Shiner, TX and Beeville, TX locations to Seguin, TX! This role will initially be based in Shiner, TX with a targeted relocation date of September 2026. Upon relocation, the shift and hours may change based on operating plans.
Competencies
Ability to read, write, type; sitting and standing for long periods of time up to 8 hours per day
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Why We Are Different
At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.
What You Will Get
Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement
Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.
Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Know Your Rights
Join the Lippert Team!
Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.
Starting Pay: $20.00/hr
Dates: June 8, 2026 - July 1, 2026
Class Location: TSTC New Braunfels
Fast Track Weld Program
This course is designed with an emphasis on welding technology related to multiview computer-aided design (CAD) drawings, freehand sketching and layout techniques. Apply AWS A2.4 welding symbols (American Welding Society), and study welding documentation supported by fabricated products and assembly. Multiview lines, measurements, and many AWS welding standards will be presented and assessed weekly. Fasteners and welding assemblies are essential to this CAD documentation course. Welding programs can cover MIG Welding, TIG Welding, and/or Fabrication.
Weld Program-Lippert University
- Receive $6,500 in training
- 32 hours of CAD print reading
- 32 hours of OSHA and equipment safety
- 80 hours of MIG welding
- AWS MIG 1.1 Certification
- US Department of Labor Apprenticeship
- Receive $2,500 in retention bonuses in the first 6 months
- Excellent work history
- Exemplary attendance record
- Physical testing:
- Repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Standing for long periods of time in one location
- Repetitive bending, twisting & turning
- Weld flash or smoke concerns?
- Basic math and reading comprehension
After completion of the class, you will work in the Shiner, TX Plant.
Lippert is excited to announce we will be relocating our Shiner, TX and Beeville, TX locations to Seguin, TX! This role will initially be based in Shiner, TX with a targeted relocation date of September 2026. Upon relocation, the shift and hours may change based on operating plans.
Competencies
- Customer Focus
- Decision Quality
- Results, Action Oriented
- Displaying Technical Expertise
- Time Management
- Fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Repetitive use of hands to operate machines
Ability to read, write, type; sitting and standing for long periods of time up to 8 hours per day
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Why We Are Different
At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.
What You Will Get
- A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
- Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
- Fair and competitive compensation.
- Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
- Holiday, personal and vacation days.
Pay Group : AAP/EEO Statement
Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.
Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Know Your Rights
Salary : $20 - $6,500