METAL MECHANIC II
Location
Los Alamitos, CA
Posted on August 25, 2026
Location
Los Alamitos, CA
Posted on August 25, 2026
Are you ready to start “Building America”? At Lexicon, we're seeking a skilled Metal Mechanic II to join our team and be a part of our continued success. This role presents an exciting opportunity for growth and development.
If you're passionate about being a part of a team that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation, then Lexicon is the place for you. Join us and become a part of our growing family as we continue to build a brighter future together. Apply now to embark on an exciting journey with Lexicon.
Lexicon Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance HSA with Employer contributions Life Insurance Paid Holidays and Vacation 401k with company match Lexicon University
Our Lexicon University provides free career development and training, so employees can improve their skills in their chosen field, learn new skills in another area and build a career path that leads to job satisfaction and success for them and their families.
Metal Mechanic II Overview
The Metal Mechanic II will fabricate, build, and install various types of metal structures and equipment for facility maintenance and installation programs.
Metal Mechanic II Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Select appropriate material for each job based on the desired or necessary strength. Cut, bend, and shape sheet metal to required dimensions. Measure and cut according to field measures need. Connect pieces or secures seams by riveting, rolling, or using steel screws. Use appropriate machinery to complete assigned jobs. Coordinate required shutdowns and startups of equipment with other departments after sheet metal installation. Maintain a clean and orderly workspace. The ability to work overtime and regular, punctual attendance is required.
Metal Mechanic IIQualifications
High school education or equivalent. Successful completion of an apprenticeship or a three-year, in company training program required.
Metal Mechanic II Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of lifting, reaching, and working on scaffolding and overhead structures. Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds frequently. Must have the ability to lift your whole bodyweight while climbing. Must be able to stand, bend, kneel often and walk for long periods. Must be able to tolerate temperature fluctuations, and a dusty/noisy work environment.
This role is classified as safety sensitive. Candidates must show the capacity to proactively initiate, effectively lead, and consistently uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards. Compliance with this requirement is a fundamental condition for employment.
This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across California currently run a median of $33/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $27–$40/hr across 368 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.
Los Alamitos, CA is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across California as a whole we're tracking 596 other active welding openings from 293 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across California.
The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (34), Aerotek (16), and Volt (16). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.
Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Santa Ana at $48/hr, Los Angeles at $45/hr, and El Segundo at $38/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.
Pay figures are medians computed from live postings in the Welding Pros index, not from survey data, and they move as employers post. METAL MECHANIC II figures were last recalculated when this page was built.