Weld - Fabrication Tradesman

Crawford Company is seeking applicants for the position of Welder/Fabrication Tradesman within the Fabrication Division. This position is part of a custom fabrication team at Crawford North in Dubuque, Iowa.

• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings to plan layouts and determine material requirements.
• Measure, mark, and cut raw materials using tools like plasma cutters, torches, andpower saws. Communicating with shop management and team on all safety, maintenance, and production needs.
• Position, align, and secure parts using clamps and jigs. This often involve stack-welding components to ensure they meet exact specifications before final welding.
• Join metal components using various processes such asMIG (GMAW),TIG (GTAW), or Stick (SMAW) in multiple positions, including flat, vertical, and overhead.
• Inspect finished welds for durability and precision. Use calipers andweld gaugesto verify tolerances and ensure work meetsAWS D1.1or other industry standards
• Grind, deburr, and polish completed products to remove defects and prepare them for painting or installation.
• Perform routine maintenance on welding machines and fabrication toolsto ensure safety and operational efficiency
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor

• Possesses a minimum of 1 year of welding experience is preferred, but willing to train.
• Experience in blueprint reading, welding, cutting, fabrication, and painting of structural steel
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Compensation commensurate with experience and background.

Crawford Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.