Welder

Welder

This role involves performing structural steel fitting and welding duties in a steel fabrication environment. You will work with a variety of welding processes, read and interpret blueprints, and ensure precise measurements while fabricating and fitting structural steel and pipe components.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural steel fitting for a variety of fabrication projects, ensuring components align and fit according to specifications.
• Complete flux core welding on structural and pipe assemblies, following established welding procedures and quality standards.
• Use a tape measure accurately to the 1/16th of an inch to lay out, mark, and verify dimensions on steel and pipe materials.
• Carry, position, and handle materials and components weighing up to 50 lbs safely throughout the workday.
• Perform tack welding to hold components in place prior to final welding and assembly.
• Carry out pipe fitting tasks, including cutting, fitting, and aligning pipe sections for welding and installation.
• Read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings to determine measurements, layouts, and welding requirements.
• Use MIG, TIG, and pulse MIG welding processes as required for different materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and structural steel.
• Operate hand tools and grinding equipment to prepare, finish, and clean welds and fabricated components.
• Work efficiently in a production environment, meeting project deadlines while maintaining high quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members in construction and mechanical fabrication activities to complete projects accurately and on time.

Job Type & Location

This is a contract to hire position based out of Columbia, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr. 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbia, SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.