Lead Welder/Fabricator

Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Welder/Fabricator to join our dynamic manufacturing and construction team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee welding and fabrication projects, ensuring precision, safety, and adherence to industry standards. Your expertise will drive the successful completion of assemblies, structural components, and custom fabrications. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team of welders and fabricators, uphold the highest quality standards in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive on hands-on craftsmanship, possess strong mechanical knowledge, and excel at problem-solving on-site, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise welding and fabrication activities across multiple projects, ensuring work meets all safety regulations and quality standards.
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and schematics to guide fabrication processes accurately.
• Perform advanced welding techniques including MIG, TIG, FCAW, and SMAW welding to produce high-quality welds on various materials such as sheet metal, pipe, and ductwork.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, plasma cutters, metal brake machines, and shears to shape, and assemble metal components efficiently.
• Operate rigging equipment like cranes and forklifts safely to move heavy materials or assemblies on-site or within the workshop.
• Ensure all work complies with ASME codes & standards as well as company-specific safety protocols; maintain detailed records of work performed.
• Collaborate with the project manager and team members to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship.

Experience

• Proven construction site experience with a strong background in welding and fabrication environments.
• Extensive hands-on experience with MIG, TIG, FCAW welding techniques; familiarity with welding preferred.
• Skilled in reading blueprints, schematics, mechanical drawings, and schematics for precise assembly instructions.
• Proficient in operating hand tools, power tools, plasma cutters, press brakes, machining equipment, and rigging gear such as cranes and forklifts.
• Knowledge of AWS codes & standards related to welding and fabrication practices; ability to interpret technical specifications accurately.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with experience in pipe threading.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations essential for measurements and fabrication tolerances; familiarity with schematics is a plus.

We value safety-conscious professionals who are committed to craftsmanship excellence while fostering a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement.

Pay: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person