Aluminum Welder/Fabricator

Job Description

Job Description

Scope of Work – Welder / Fabricator (Aluminum & Steel)

Position Summary

The Welder / Fabricator is responsible for welding, fitting, cutting, grinding, and fabricating aluminum and steel components used in power-generation equipment, generator enclosures, skids, tanks, SCR stands, cable trays, and related assemblies. This position requires proficiency in GMAW/MIG welding, blueprint interpretation, and fabrication processes while maintaining quality, safety, and production standards.

Primary Scope of Work

• Perform GMAW/MIG welding on aluminum and steel components according to assigned qualifications.
• Fabricate, fit, tack, and weld frames, panels, skids, tanks, enclosures, supports, and related assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Prepare materials, measure components, and verify proper fit-up and alignment.
• Operate grinders, band saws, port-a-bands, oxyfuel/plasma cutting equipment, and other fabrication tools as qualified.
• Grind, clean, and finish welded components to required specifications.
• Inspect completed welds and fabricated assemblies for quality, dimensional accuracy, and defects.
• Perform routine welding equipment maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Safely operate forklifts and overhead cranes when trained and authorized.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while meeting production deadlines.

Experience & Skill Requirements

• 6 months–3+ years of welding or fabrication experience, depending on assigned skill level.
• Experience with aluminum and/or steel GMAW/MIG welding.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and follow applicable WPS requirements.
• Ability to accurately use tape measures, squares, levels, and weld gauges.
• Knowledge of material preparation, weld joints, fit-up, and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to pass applicable welding tests, including 2F fillet and 1G GMAW tests for steel assignments, when required.
• Familiarity with industrial fabrication equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to work independently or under supervision based on experience.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical fabrication tasks throughout the shift.
• Follow all welding, cutting, grinding, and manufacturing safety procedures.
• Wear required PPE, including welding hood, safety glasses, welding gloves, protective clothing, and safety footwear.
• Ability to work in an active manufacturing environment with noise, welding fumes, heat, sparks, and moving equipment.

You should be proficient in:

• Industrial Construction
• Welding Setups for Production
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• MIG Welder
• GTAW Welder