Associate Welder Fabricator
Listed on 2026-06-28
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Manufacturing / Production
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Fabrication, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Chattanooga
3510 St Elmo Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37409, USA
Entry-level position that will support the welding and fabrication operations in the subframe fabrication shop.
NOTE:
This is an entry-level position. Candidates with limited or basic experience are encouraged to apply. Compensation for this position is progressive; as skills are developed and qualified in the role over a 3-year period, compensation will be adjusted on an annual basis. The selected candidate will be promoted to a full welder-fabricator at successful completion of the training and qualification period.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment
- Perform individual welding and fabrication tasks on trailers under the supervision of more experienced welder-fabricators
- Assist more experienced welder-fabricators with fabricating subframes and weldments
- Assist the Site Support Technician with breaking down and disassembly of incoming trailers for rebuilding
- Other miscellaneous site tasks and responsibilities as dictated by the site leadership team
- Basic computer skills
- Basic mechanics tool set, or the willingness and ability to procure one within 90 days of hire
- Ability to read, write, and understand English
- Ability to do basic math
- Strong willingness to learn and develop personal skills and abilities
- Strong ability to take direction and input from more experienced co-workers
- Strong desire to progress through the qualification process to full Welder-Fabricator status
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications- Limited or entry level experience with welding and fabricating, ideally from a vocational school, tech school, shop class, or other instructional program
- Ability to read work instructions, blueprints, and/or flow charts
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Creative thinking mindset to suggest improvements and changes
We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization - the dedication, knowledge, customer focus, and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what makes Messer refreshingly different.
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