Welder Fabricator

Welder Fabricator

We are looking for a highly skilled and versatile Welder/Fabricator to join our custom job shop. You will be responsible for taking projects from raw material to finished product. This role is not a repetitive production line position; you will work on unique, one‑off projects ranging from industrial repairs to custom architectural pieces. The ideal candidate is a "mechanical artist" who can read prints, troubleshoot fit‑up issues, and switch between welding processes (MIG, TIG, Stick) as needed.

• Custom Fabrication:
  Cut, bend, and shape raw metal (steel, aluminum, stainless) using saws, shears, torches, and press brakes.
• Blueprint Interpretation:
  Read and interpret complex technical drawings, weld symbols, and hand‑sketched diagrams to determine project requirements.
• Precision Layout:
  Perform accurate layouts and fit‑ups using squares, levels, and measuring tools to ensure parts align perfectly before final welding.
• Multi‑Process Welding:
  Perform high‑quality welds (MIG, TIG, and/or Stick) in various positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Finishing & Quality Control:
  Grind, sand, and polish finished products to meet aesthetic and structural standards; inspect own work for defects such as porosity or warping.
• Problem Solving:
  Collaborate with the shop foreman or customers to find solutions for "impossible" repairs or design flaws.

• Experience:
  
  1‑3+ years in a custom job shop or repair environment.
• Technical Literacy:
  Mastery of shop math (fractions, decimals, basic geometry).
• Equipment Mastery:
  Proficient with horizontal/vertical band saws, ironworkers, hydraulic shears, plasma cutters, oxy‑fuel torches, grinders, drills, and sanders.
• Materials Knowledge:
  Deep understanding of how different metals react to heat and how to prevent warping or expansion.
• Physical Stamina:
  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in various positions, and stand for 8‑10 hour shifts.