Welder / Fabricator

Welder/Fabricator Opportunity Are you a highly motivated welder/fabricator looking for an exciting next step? Mead & Hunt, a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm, is expanding our Fabrication Shop and relocating to a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Sussex, Wisconsin. This position is anticipated to start in June, aligned with our move into the new shop starting in August. Our new facility is modern, climate-controlled (including air conditioning), and designed to support a safe, comfortable working environment. If you're looking for stable, long-term work in a modern facilitywith strong pay, benefits, and steady backlogthis is a great opportunity to join the team at the right time. Essential Duties: Pipe fabrication, including material preparation, fit-up, and welding using multiple processes Structural steel fabrication, including fit-up and welding of large frames and tanks. Read, interpret, and follow fabrication drawings, specifications, weld symbols, bills of material, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately fabricate equipment and products. Control set-up, laying out work using jigs and/or fixtures or open table layouts to fabricate assemblies. Understand how to properly complete various material preparation tasks such as cutting, beveling and drilling. Weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions. Carry out assembly of equipment and components per engineering drawings. Operate various machinery and shop tools including forklifts, hand tools, power tools, cranes and others related to the job's needs. Prioritize workflow through effective communication with management staff. Able to work in adverse weather conditions. Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Required Skills & Qualifications High School Diploma or GED 2+ years of fabrication experience as a pipe welder Certification in FCAW, GMAW, or GTAW processes Experienced pipe fabrication. Can regularly lift 100 pounds or more. Fluency in spoken and written English is required to effectively carry out the essential functions of this role Preferred Skills & Qualifications: 7-10 years of fabrication experience as a welder strongly preferred Welding/Fabrication Technical Diploma or other similar formal training Experience in structural welding using GMAW or FCAW Experience in the fabrication of skid systems Qualified or ability to qualify to weld in accordance with ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.6 Experience as a Millwright, or in the construction, rough carpentry, plumbing or other trades and non-metallic fabrication. Rotary equipment experience OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and Confined Space Training, and other relevant safety training certificates. Certified to operate heavy machinery such as forklifts, jib cranes, manlifts, telehandlers and skid steers. Knowledge of industry and OSHA safety practices Proficient in computer use Why You'll Love Working with Us: Employee-Owned Company: Be part of a team where your contributions truly matter. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to keep you and your family healthy. Generous Time Off: 80 hours of accrued vacation and start with 56 hours of sick time, plus 8 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday. Financial Perks: 401K match, 401k discretionary bonus, and the opportunity to apply for stock ownership after one year. Bonus Program: Get rewarded for your hard work and dedication. Compensation range: $27- $40/hour. Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as experience and skill set. Join Us and Make an Impact! Mead & Hunt proudly offers a supportive and inclusive work environment where your skills and dedication will be valued. Apply today and take the next step in your career with us! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.