Welder/Fitter

Welder / Fitter Pay: $25 $31hr+ based on previous experience Schedule: Monday Friday: Steady dayshift Location: Ambridge, PA TOPS Staffing is hiring an experienced Welder/Fitter for a well-established industrial equipment manufacturer in Ambridge, PA. This is not repetitive production welding. This role is for someone who takes pride in custom fabrication and wants to see projects built from start to finish. You'll help create heavy-duty material handling equipment like industrial trailers, transfer cars, hoppers, lift tables, turntables, and other large fabricated products. Every build is different, so if you enjoy variety, problem-solving, and working off prints, this is a strong long-term opportunity. Required Skills MIG welding experience in a fabrication or structural environment Ability to read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, welding symbols, and measurements Proven ability to lay out, fit, tack, and weld structural components to spec Experience fabricating/assembling components such as frames, platforms, supports, and hoppers Strong measuring, layout, and basic shop math skills Ability to produce clean, structurally sound welds (penetration, appearance, strength, accuracy) Comfortable using common fab tools: tape measures, squares, levels, grinders, saws, clamps, etc. Ability to set up welding equipment and select correct settings for the application Dependable, safety-minded, and able to work independently while contributing to a small team Nice to Have Skills Flux-core welding experience Structural welding background Mechanical assembly and/or equipment installation experience Strong troubleshooting ability and comfort communicating fabrication issues to supervisors/engineering Preferred Experience Prior hands-on experience in metal fabrication and welding (custom or large-component work preferred) Demonstrated experience fitting and assembling large or custom-fabricated components Other Requirements Ability to pass a hands-on weld test Reliable transportation and dependable attendance Physical ability to stand, bend, kneel, crouch, and work in varied positions throughout the shift Ability to lift/move materials up to 50lbs Comfortable working around heavy steel, sparks, heat, and typical fabrication-shop conditions Able to wear required PPE and follow all safety and quality standards Bring your welding and fitting skills to a shop where your work isn't repetitiveand your builds are something you can truly be proud of. Apply now through TOPS Staffing for immediate consideration!