Metal Fabricator​/Welding Manager

Metal Fabricator / Welding Manager:

Location:

Lacey, WA

Compensation: $65–$80/hour (depending on experience)

Precision. Leadership. Custom Fabrication at Its Best.

I-5 Design Build is a nationally recognized leader in the creation of high-impact, custom-built environments for premier casinos and hospitality venues. We are seeking an expert metal fabricator with a strong welding background and proven leadership skills to manage our specialty welding department
.

This role combines hands-on custom fabrication with departmental oversight. You’ll be responsible for building complex components primarily from aluminum
, with additional work in copper, brass, and stainless steel
. You’ll lead a team committed to excellence, and you’ll play an important role in mentoring and developing welders to meet I-5’s high standards for quality and finish.

• Lead day-to-day operations in the metal welding and fabrication department
• Perform and oversee high-end MIG and TIG welding on aluminum (approx. 85% pulse-synergic MIG / 15% TIG)
• Fabricate architectural and structural components in aluminum, copper, brass, and stainless steel
• Interpret detailed shop drawings to ensure dimensional accuracy and clean execution
• Maintain consistent quality and craftsmanship across a range of custom projects
• Train and mentor welders to develop skillsets, support team growth, and uphold department standards
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and shop leads to align with project goals

• 5+ years of experience welding aluminum with MIG (pulse-synergic) and TIG in a custom fabrication setting
• Working knowledge and fabrication experience with copper, brass, and stainless steel
• Strong layout and fit-up skills with an emphasis on clean, precise workmanship
• Experience leading or supervising welders or fabrication teams
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and a collaborative, team-focused mindset

• Pay: $65 - $80/hour (depending on experience)
• Benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and short and long-term disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation: one week of paid time off (PTO) for full-time employees who have completed one year of employment with I-5 Design, and two weeks of PTO after completion of two or more years of employment
• 7 Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave: accrual in accordance with state law (1 hour for every 40 hours worked)
• A clean, well-equipped fabrication environment
• A team culture that values accountability, mentorship, and exceptional craftsmanship
• Ability to earn performance bonuses based on strong work ethic, teamwork, and a positive impact on projects – we hope you do!

If you're a skilled metal fabricator with leadership experience and a passion for precision, we’d love to hear from you.

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