Structural Steel Welder – Bridge Fabrication (AWS D1.5)

Structural Steel Welder – Bridge Fabrication (AWS D1.5)

Location: Sinking Spring, PA
Pay: $22–$34/hour (based on experience & certifications)
Schedule: 5:00 AM start | 10-hour shifts | ½-hour lunch
Facility: 60,000 SF AISC Advanced Bridge Certified fabrication shop (growing)

Build America’s Bridges. Build a Career with Purpose.

JGM Fabricators & Constructors is an AISC Advanced Bridge Certified Fabrication Shop expanding to support complex, high-profile bridge projects across the U.S. We are hiring structural steel welders who take pride in safety, quality, and precision—and want a career that supports long-term financial well-being.

Our teams fabricate Lift Bridges, Railroad Bridges, Trestle Bridges, Bus Terminals, Main Spans, and Approaches, all built to AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code standards.

Experience Required

• 2+ years structural steel welding experience

• Current or prior AWS welding certifications preferred (D1.1 / D1.5)

• AISC fabrication shop experience preferred

• Strong focus on weld quality, accuracy, and safety

• Ability to work in a team-driven, safety-first environment Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Weld bridge components using FCAW, GMAW/MIG, SAW, and SMAW in accordance with AWS D1.5 Bridge Code

• Interpret weld symbols, WPSs, and shop drawings

• Perform weld prep, grinding, gouging, and cleanup as required

• Work safely with overhead cranes, fixtures, and heavy plate assemblies

• Maintain compliance with AISC, AWS, and OSHA safety standards

Why JGM

• Work on iconic infrastructure projects that matter

• Safety and quality are non-negotiable

• Clear paths for certifications, advancement, and leadership

• A company that believes hard work should lead to financial stability and opportunity
• A place you can retire from

• Learn more about our Apprentice to Millionaire Program

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly pay ($22–$34/hr)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• PTO & Paid Holidays

• 401(k) with company match

• Life Insurance

• Short- & Long-Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Generous employee referral program

• Training and continuing education

Fabrication Shop Perks

• Daily snack & drink allowance

• Annual safety boot allowance (on-site truck visit)

• Annual prescription safety glasses program
• Overtime available

• Lunch provided every other Friday

Who Thrives Here

• Welders who care deeply about safety, quality, and reputation

• Craftsmen who want more than a job—a career building America

• Team players who want to grow skills, earnings, and leadership