Welder

Welder/FabricatorThis position focuses on fabricating and welding structural steel assemblies with a high level of precision. You will work from detailed blueprints to lay out, cut, fit, and weld structural components within tight tolerances, contributing to the production of prefabricated medical modules in a high-volume manufacturing environment.Responsibilities:Read and interpret structural steel blueprints to determine layout, dimensions, and welding requirements.Pass a 3G 1-inch plate test per AWS D1.1 using FCAW to demonstrate welding proficiency.Lay out, cut, fit, and weld structural steel components to within 1/16-inch tolerance.Cut miters and copes using a hand torch to prepare steel for assembly.Drill holes and fabricate steel subassemblies according to engineering drawings.Perform stick welding as the primary process and complete MIG welding as needed.Operate or assist with the operation of overhead cranes and forklifts to move and position steel safely, using proper certification where required.Unload, organize, and number steel components in accordance with drawings and production schedules.Verify alignment and dimensions using lasers, levels, and precision measuring tools.Work effectively within an assembly line process where bathroom modules move through sequential fabrication stages.Qualifications:Proven structural steel or related fabrication experience.FCAW welding experience with the ability to pass a 3G test on 1-inch plate per AWS D1.1.Strong ability to read and work from structural steel blueprints.Demonstrated experience with steel fit-up, including layout, cutting, and assembly.Proficiency in stick welding with the flexibility to perform MIG welding when required.Ability to cut steel accurately using appropriate tools, including hand torches.Experience cutting, drilling, and assembling steel components for structural applications.Familiarity with operating or assisting with overhead cranes and forklifts, with required certifications.Competence using precision measuring tools such as lasers, levels, and tape measures to verify alignment and tolerances.Attention to detail and ability to maintain tight tolerances in a production environment.Job Type & Location:This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bessemer, AL.Pay and Benefits:The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace Type:This is a fully onsite position in Bessemer, AL.Application Deadline:This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.