Mig Welder​/Fabricator

Fabricator / Welder

Location:

Bessemer, AL

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | Full-Time Pay: $24+

We are hiring an experienced Fabricator / Welder for a growing structural steel fabrication operation in Bessemer. This is a hands-on shop position working with structural steel components and assemblies. The ideal candidate has strong MIG welding, fabrication, layout, and blueprint-reading experience and takes pride in producing accurate, quality work.

* Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and weld symbols
* Lay out, measure, cut, and fit structural steel, including beams, HSS, channels, angles, and plate
* Perform MIG welding using GMAW/FCAW processes
* Set up and operate welding machines, saws, hand tools, grinders, torches, and fixtures
* Assemble and square structures using proper joint preparation, fit-up, and weld sequencing
* Safely move and position steel using overhead cranes and forklifts
* Visually inspect welds and dimensions to ensure finished parts meet drawing tolerances
* Maintain a clean and safe work area
* Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA standards

* 3–5 years of structural steel fabrication and welding experience
* Strong MIG welding skills with structural steel
* Ability to read and work from structural drawings
* Skilled in layout, measuring, fitting, and fabrication
* Experience using squares, levels, torches, grinders, and other fabrication tools
* Dependable, safety-minded, and able to work independently and as part of a team

* AWS D1.1 or equivalent welding certification
* Rigging experience with chains, slings, and spreader bars
* Forklift certification

Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM June & July: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM Full-time position

This position works in a structural steel fabrication shop with bridge and jib cranes, welding stations, and steel-handling equipment. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on their feet for extended periods.