Fabrication Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Build Your Career in Pipe Fabrication – Join PDS Tech Commercial! Launch Your Future with an Industry Leader

PDS Tech Commercial is hiring a Pipe Fabrication Associate for an exciting opportunity in Chicopee, MA. If you enjoy working with machinery, take pride in precision, and want to build a long-term career in manufacturing, this is your opportunity to join a respected organization where your work directly supports essential infrastructure projects across the country.

If you enjoy working with machinery, take pride in precision, and want to build a long-term career in manufacturing, this is your opportunity to join a respected industry leader where your work directly supports essential infrastructure projects across the country.

• Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch)

• Work Environment: Non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility (can become hot during warmer months)

• Safety Requirement: Steel-toe shoes required

What You'll Do

As a Pipe Fabrication Associate, you'll play a critical role in preparing and fabricating pipe products that support commercial construction and industrial projects.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Operate and set up fabrication equipment, including band saws, pipe threaders, beveling machines, and other production machinery.

• Measure, cut, thread, and bevel pipe according to customer specifications.

• Assemble pipe orders, including individual pieces and bundled materials.

• Move loose or bundled pipe safely throughout the fabrication shop and yard.

• Perform quality inspections using tape measures and gauges to ensure accuracy.

• Record pipe measurements and production information accurately.

• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial equipment following OSHA and company safety standards.

• Maintain organized work areas and assist with shipping preparation.

• Follow all safety procedures while fabricating, stacking, and handling materials.

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• At least 6–8 months of recent experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or mechanical environment.

• Experience using equipment such as:

  • Band saws

  • Automatic welding machines

  • Pipe threaders

  • Roll groove machines

  • Plasma cutting equipment

  • Pneumatic banders

• Ability to accurately read and use tape measures and quality gauges.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Basic computer skills for operating automated equipment.

• Good math skills for measurements and material calculations.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to safely handle pipe ranging from ½ inch to 10 inches in diameter.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fire sprinkler pipe fabrication.

• Forklift experience.

• Background in:

  • Automotive repair

  • Diesel mechanics

  • Farm equipment

  • Machinery maintenance

  • Manufacturing or industrial production

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial , we're committed to connecting talented professionals with rewarding careers at industry-leading companies like Ferguson.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive weekly pay

• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule

• Opportunity to develop valuable fabrication and manufacturing skills

• Hands-on work with advanced industrial equipment

• Safe, team-oriented work environment

• Career growth opportunities with a nationally recognized industry leader

• Support from dedicated recruiting professionals throughout your assignment

Whether you're expanding your manufacturing experience or looking to grow your mechanical career, this is an excellent opportunity to build your future.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy hands-on work, and are ready to join a company that values quality, teamwork, and safety, apply today!

Pay Details: $18.00 to $20.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.