Blueprints, Crane, Cutting Tools, Detail Oriented, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, High School Diploma, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Machine Tool, Metal Manufacturing, Production Support, Safety Process, Welding
Die Maintenance Helper (Welding Required) — Get Paid to Learn a Trade
Reno, NV | Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire | $22.00/hour | Monday–Friday
The Opportunity
Skilled trades careers have to start somewhere — and this is a strong entry point. Our client, a fast-paced Reno manufacturer, is hiring a Die Maintenance Helper with welding skills to support tooling, equipment maintenance, and fabrication work. Bring your MIG/TIG/Stick fundamentals; they'll build on them with forklift, overhead crane, and manipulator training — and a temp-to-hire path that can grow into full maintenance and skilled trades roles.
Why You'll Love It
- Career ladder built in: Helper today, maintenance or skilled trades tomorrow
- Training included: Cranes, forklifts, and manipulators — certifications that follow you
- Steady schedule: Monday–Friday, weekends off
- Real welding work: Keep your torch skills sharp on the job
What You'll Do
- Assist with loading and unloading dies from heating furnaces
- Support tooling setups and maintenance activities
- Perform basic welding and fabrication tasks
- Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and manipulators (training provided)
- Use grinders, impact wrenches, and cutting tools
- Clean, maintain, and protect dies against damage and corrosion
- Assist with minor repairs, including air and gas hose maintenance
- Follow safety procedures and support production goals
What You'll Bring
- Welding experience required — MIG, TIG, or Stick, basic to intermediate
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing, metals, or industrial experience preferred
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
- Preferred: blueprint reading, fabrication or mechanical experience, forklift/crane exposure
- Physical readiness: regular 50-lb lifts, standing all shift, comfort with heat, noise, and PPE (including welding gear)
Weld your way into a career. Apply today.