Position Description
We are looking for a fabrication/ shop helper. This candidate will be responsible for producing, crafting and testing various types of materials.
This is a full-time position Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30 pm with possible overtime.
Core Responsibilities Include
- Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, metals and other materials to fabricate or alter products
- Set up, operate, and tend drill presses, routers, sanders, planers, etc
- Install hardware, such as pulls and drawer slides, and fit specialty products for various types of material
- Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must be able to use power tools such as saws, drills, sanders etc
- Experience in the sign industry is a plus
- Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc.) a Plus
- Ability to use precision tools (e.g. calipers) to take accurate measurements a Plus
- Knowledge of the properties of metal and other materials
- Experience welding is a plus
- High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset
Salary commensurate with experience.
VGS offers a diverse work environment, competitive salaries and great benefits which include:
401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Commuter benefit
VGS is an employee-owned company (ESOP), as well as an equal opportunity employer. We truly value our staff and offer the benefits to prove it.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- sign industry: 1 year (Preferred)
- shop: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person