Welder/Fitter

Yellowstone Local is proud to represent Western Utility Telecom, an industry leader in structural steel fabrication for utility and telecommunications infrastructure.

Put your welding and fabrication skills to work building structural steel components that support major utility and telecommunications projects. Join Western Utility Telecom in Fernley and take pride in the quality of every weld.

What's in it for You?

• $26 to $31.57 per hour, based on experience
• Full-time, year-round position
• Day and weekend shifts available
• Weekend shift differential
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Retirement plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Why You'll Love It Here

• Work in an AISC-certified fabrication shop with established quality standards
• Strengthen your welding skills through an in-house welder certification program
• Fabricate structural steel components for utility and telecommunications infrastructure
• Work with experienced fabricators who take pride in accurate fitting and quality welds
• Receive regular feedback and clear direction from shop leadership
• Build your career with opportunities for advancement within the fabrication team
• See your craftsmanship come together in finished steel structures

Your New Role

• Work on-site as a Welder/Fitter in Fernley, Nevada
• Fit, assemble, and weld structural steel components according to fabrication drawings and specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and engineering specifications to complete fabrication work accurately
• Perform GMAW spray transfer and FCAW welding on structural steel
• Measure, cut, lay out, and fit steel components using fabrication tools and equipment
• Operate plasma cutting and oxy-fuel cutting equipment
• Build fixtures and specialized steel assemblies according to project requirements
• Inspect welds and finished components for accuracy, quality, and compliance with applicable AWS standards
• Identify and correct fitting or welding issues before components move to the next production stage
• Assist with routine equipment maintenance and general shop operations
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow established safety procedures

Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on welding and steel fabrication experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Proficiency in GMAW spray transfer welding
• Experience performing FCAW welding
• Strong understanding of structural steel fitting, layout, and fabrication techniques
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and engineering specifications
• Familiarity with AWS D1.1 visual weld acceptance criteria
• Experience operating plasma cutting, oxy-fuel cutting, and other steel fabrication equipment
• Ability to use measuring and layout tools accurately
• Basic math skills, including measurements, fractions, and geometry
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with a fabrication team
• Ability to work safely in an industrial shop environment with exposure to noise, heat, and confined spaces
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Willingness to complete a written skills assessment and hands-on welding test
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Western Utility Telecom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. #orange