Structural Steel Welder-Fabricator

Structural Steel Welder-Fabricator (MIG/TIG)

Location: Bardstown, KY

Pay: $28.00–$38.00 per hour (DOE)

Schedule: Full-Time | Multiple shifts available

A Day in the Shop

Picture starting your shift in a clean, safety-first facility where quality is the standard. You review blueprints, lay out components to exacting tolerances, and choose the right welding process—MIG or TIG—to bring custom-engineered steel structures to life for government, commercial, and industrial customers. You move from fit-up to weld-out, checking every joint, collaborating with the fabrication team to stay on schedule, and keeping your work area organized and efficient.

About the Opportunity

Join a well-established manufacturer known for building high-quality, custom steel structures. Both experienced and entry-level welders are encouraged to apply. You’ll find competitive pay, overtime potential, and genuine opportunities to grow a long-term career.

What You’ll Do

• Weld structural steel and fabricated assemblies using MIG and/or TIG processes.
• Interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols with precision.
• Fit, assemble, and fabricate parts to engineering specifications.
• Safely operate welding, cutting, grinding, and related fabrication tools.
• Inspect and verify weld quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Coordinate with production and fabrication teams to hit schedule targets.
• Maintain an orderly, safe, and efficient workstation.

About You

• 3+ years of MIG or TIG welding experience in fabrication or manufacturing.
• Proficient in reading blueprints and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with structural steel and fabricated components.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to top-tier workmanship.
• Comfortable using tape measures, squares, calipers, and similar tools.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• AWS certification is a plus.

How You Work

• Dependable attendance and follow-through.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Dedicated to workplace safety.
• Pride in producing clean, high-quality welds.
• Self-directed while thriving in a team environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• $28.00–$38.00/hour, based on experience.
• Multiple shifts available.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Stable, full-time role.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Clear paths for advancement with a growing manufacturer.

Tools You’ll Use

• MIG Welder
• TIG Welder

If you value craftsmanship and want to build a lasting career in a safety-focused environment, we’d like to hear from you.