Certified Welder - Charleston SC

SJ Hamill Construction is a leading marine and heavy civil contractor based in Charleston, SC, delivering complex, high-impact infrastructure projects with precision, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to safety. Since 2015, we've built a strong reputation with projects spanning the Southeast. We take pride in creating smart, efficient solutions that stand the test of time. Join us and be part of a team where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work makes a difference.

Role Overview: The Welder is responsible for performing basic welding and steel fabrication tasks in support of the production of structural steel components for construction projects. This position involves reading shop drawings, measuring, cutting, fitting, and welding steel parts according to specified tolerances and quality standards.


Primary Responsibilities

• Interpret and use prints and sketches to perform layout and welding techniques for structural steel fabrication.
• Perform general material handling functions, such as; jobsite clean-up and moving of materials by hand.
• Operate motorized equipment including welding, air arcing, bolting, grinding, use of cutting torch, hammers, reamers, tape measures and overhead crane operation.
• Perform all job duties following company safety rules and proper use of assigned personal protective equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified Welder specializing in field operations, with proven ability to complete structural and equipment welding at remote job sites.
• Knowledge and ability to interpret and use prints and sketches to perform layout and welding techniques for structural steel fabrication.
• Pass AWS Welding Test on a one-inch grove test in the horizontal position.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds of material.
• Ability to frequently walk, stoop, kneel, reach and climb.
• Ability to successfully use hand tools such as those listed under position responsibilities.
• Work requires alert individuals with good balance and physical strength.
• Experience with heavy flux core wire feed welding.
• TWIC card preferred but not required. Ability to obtain one is required.

What we can offer you:

• Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance
• Company paid Disability and Life insurance
• Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program including discounts with major vendors & products
• Mental and physical wellness programs
• Competitive time off package including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Career advancement opportunities with a stable well-established organization
• Tuition reimbursement program and access to LinkedIn Learning courses

*Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.


**CSG/SJ Hamill does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CSG/SJ Hamill without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CSG/SJ Hamill.


SJ Hamill Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity