Welder

Welder

This role focuses on MiG and stick welding to fabricate and maintain metal forms and machine components used in concrete production. You will weld new parts onto machines, remove and grind off old parts, and perform general maintenance and manual labor to support daily operations. The position requires strong measurement skills, the ability to read simple drawings, and a commitment to working safely and efficiently in an outdoor, open-air concrete yard.

Responsibilities

• Perform MiG and stick welding on metal components, including welding new parts onto machines and structures.
• Grind and remove old or worn parts from machines and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Read and interpret simple drawings and prints to lay out rebar and build forms accurately.
• Set up metal forms that concrete is poured into, including forms up to approximately 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide.
• Clean metal forms by scraping dried concrete, using a sledgehammer to knock off concrete, shoveling concrete, and lifting steel bars.
• Use basic measurement tools, including tape measures, to take precise measurements down to 1/16 of an inch.
• Apply basic math skills to calculate measurements, dimensions, and layouts for fabrication and form building.
• Perform tack welding and fabrication tasks to assemble and secure components prior to final welding.
• Assist with general maintenance activities, including turning wrenches and performing basic mechanical tasks on equipment and forms.
• Carry out additional manual labor tasks as needed to support production and yard operations.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work until assigned tasks are completed for the day, including occasional extended shifts as required.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MiG and stick welding for fabrication and repair work.
• Ability to read and interpret simple drawings and prints for layout and form building.
• Capability to use a tape measure accurately to 1/16 of an inch, including passing a ruler test.
• Basic math knowledge to support accurate measurements and layout calculations.
• Experience using measurement tools and basic hand tools commonly used in welding and fabrication.
• Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform frequent manual labor tasks.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Willingness and ability to work beyond standard hours until jobs are completed, including up to 10-hour days when needed.
• Comfort working in an open-air environment exposed to hot, cold, rainy, windy, and dusty conditions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience operating an overhead crane is a plus.
• Previous forklift experience is a plus.
• Experience with tack welding and basic fabrication work.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints or more detailed drawings is beneficial.
• Comfort performing basic maintenance tasks such as turning wrenches and assisting with equipment upkeep.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers strong opportunities for career growth and internal promotion, with many leaders having advanced from hands-on roles. Team members have access to openings across multiple plants in the United States, creating a broad path for advancement. Tuition reimbursement supports continued learning and skill development. When employees transition to direct employment, they are eligible for a bonus paid out over six months, reflecting a commitment to rewarding long-term contribution.

Work Environment

The standard schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with the expectation that employees remain until the job is finished and occasional 10-hour days may be required. The workday includes a 45-minute lunch period, with 15 minutes paid. Work takes place in an open-air concrete yard where conditions can be hot, cold, rainy, windy, and dusty, and employees must be comfortable working in all weather elements. The role is physically demanding, involving lifting, shoveling, hammering, and handling steel forms and bars. Required attire and protective equipment include steel-toe footwear, a hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, and long pants; long-sleeve shirts are recommended to protect skin from contact with concrete. The environment emphasizes safety, proper use of tools and equipment, and teamwork to complete daily production and maintenance tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashland, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ashland,VA.