Fabrication Welder

Fabrication Welder

The Fabrication Welder will be responsible for fabricating, cutting, welding, and assembling metal components to support construction, electrical, industrial, and manufacturing projects. The Fabrication Welder will work closely with shop leadership, field operations, project managers, and other team members to ensure fabricated materials meet project requirements, quality standards, safety expectations, drawings, and specifications.

Depending on experience level, the Fabrication Welder may also be responsible for layout, fit-up, welding, material preparation, equipment operation, and quality checks for fabricated assemblies.

Competencies Essential for Success:

• Investigating Issues – Demonstrates curiosity and a strong desire to learn, quickly absorbing new information and developing expertise. Seeks relevant data, asks thoughtful questions, and applies insights to solve practical problems.
• Adjusting to Change – Embraces change as a natural and positive part of work. Adapts approach as circumstances evolve, remains open to feedback, and adjusts priorities or behavior to meet new demands.
• Processing Details – Pays close attention to accuracy, quality, and completion of work. Consistently meets deadlines, reviews details carefully, and follows established procedures to ensure reliable outcomes.
• Structuring Tasks – Organizes work effectively by planning ahead, prioritizing responsibilities, and managing multiple tasks. Creates structure and clarity to ensure commitments are met efficiently and consistently.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Fabrication, Welding, & Assembly

• Perform welding, fabrication, layout, fitting, cutting, grinding, drilling, and assembly of metal components.
• Fabricate supports, brackets, frames, racks, stands, assemblies, and other custom metal components.
• Perform MIG, TIG, Stick, and/or Flux-Cored welding as required by the project.
• Measure, cut, fit, and prepare materials to meet drawing and project requirements.

2. Technical Drawing Interpretation, & Problem Solving

• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches, specifications, weld symbols, and work orders.
• Assist with layout drawings, field measurements, and as-built fabrication needs when required.
• Identify and resolve fabrication issues, drawing conflicts, material shortages, and fit-up problems.

3. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Inspect completed welds and fabricated assemblies for accuracy, quality, and compliance with specifications.
• Perform quality checks and make adjustments or repairs as needed.

4. Operations, Coordination & Support

• Operate fabrication tools and equipment including saws, grinders, drills, torches, plasma cutters, presses, and welding machines.
• Assist with material handling, staging, loading, unloading, and organization of fabricated materials.
• Coordinate with shop supervision, Field Operations, and Project Managers to meet project schedules and quality expectations.
• Support field crews with fabricated components and special project requirements.

5. Safety, Equipment & Work Environment

• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Follow all company safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and proper use of PPE.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, and specifications
• Experience with MIG welding
• Ability to accurately use tape measures, squares, levels, calipers, and other measuring tools
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced shop environment
• Ability to work under time constraints and adapt to changing project requirements with a positive attitude
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and workmanship
• Ability to be self-motivated and proactive
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to shared goals.
• Ability to interact professionally with supervisors, peers, field crews, suppliers, customers, and other project stakeholders
• Must be able to stand, bend, lift, carry, and work safely in a fabrication shop environment

Preferred

• 3-5 years of welding and fabrication experience
• Shop and field fabrication experience
• TIG, Stick, and Flux-Cored welding experience
• Welding certification preferred; AWS certification is a plus
• Experience in commercial, industrial, manufacturing, or electrical construction fabrication
• Knowledge of structural steel, supports, brackets, frames, racks, cable tray supports, skids, and custom fabrication
• Knowledge of steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other common fabrication materials is beneficial
• Forklift, overhead crane, rigging, or material handling experience is a plus
• Driver's license and reliable means of transportation

Additional Information

Full-time position located in Fraser, Michigan.

Opportunity to gain experience in multiple aspects of fabrication, welding, electrical construction support, industrial projects, custom assemblies, and field coordination.

Travel to job sites may be required. Driver's license and reliable means of transportation preferred.