Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Structural Welder to join our dynamic fabrication team. In this role, you will be responsible for welding and fabricating structural steel components used in large-scale construction projects. Your expertise will ensure that all welds meet strict quality standards, safety protocols, and industry codes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects requiring precision welding, mechanical knowledge, and a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering top-quality craftsmanship in a fast-paced environment.
Duties
- Interpret detailed blueprints, technical drawings, and fabrication shop drawings to accurately produce structural components.
- Perform welding operations using various techniques including FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), MIG (Metal Inert Gas), and SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) in accordance with AWS (American Welding Society) standards and ASME codes.
- Measure and mark metal materials precisely using calipers, micrometers, measuring instruments, and shop math to ensure accurate fabrication.
- Operate power tools, plasma cutters, press brake machines, and machining equipment for cutting, shaping, and assembling metal parts.
- Fabricate structural steel elements such as beams, columns, ductwork, pipe threading, and sheet metal components with attention to safety protocols.
- Use mechanical blueprint interpretation skills to verify dimensions and specifications during the welding and assembly process.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety procedures and inspecting tools and equipment regularly.
Requirements
- Proven construction site experience with a strong understanding of metal fabrication processes.
- Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and mechanical blueprints related to structural steel projects.
- Skilled in various welding techniques including FCAW, MIG welding, SMAW, and gas metal arc welding.
- Experience operating measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and shop math calculations for precise fabrication.
- Knowledge of ASME codes & standards as well as AWS standards for welding quality assurance.
- Ability to operate power tools such as grinders, drills, plasma cutters, press brakes, and machining equipment safely.
- Mechanical knowledge of ductwork installation, pipe threading, soldering, plasma cutting, and sheet metal fabrication.
- Familiarity with construction site safety protocols and the use of hand tools in a fabrication environment.
- Strong mechanical fabrication skills with experience working in a fabrication shop setting preferred.
Join our team to contribute your expertise in structural welding while advancing your career in a vibrant environment that values craftsmanship and safety!
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Welding Certification (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
