Structural Steel Welder/Fitter

Structural Steel Welder/Fitter

Location:

Ashland, VA

Job Type:

Contract-to-Hire

Pay:

Starting at $26.00/hour; higher depending on experience, up to $32.00/hour

Shift:

1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM

Additional Hours:

Saturdays as required

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Welder/Fitter to fabricate and weld components for overhead cranes and related equipment. This role requires strong blueprint-reading skills and the ability to produce quality flux-cored arc welds that meet AWS industry standards.

Responsibilities: Fabricate metal components using shop drawings and specifications.

Perform flux-cored arc welding to meet AWS D1.1 and AWS D14.1 standards.

Read and interpret welding symbols and technical drawings.

Complete full-penetration vertical weld and overhead fillet weld tests.

Follow safety procedures in a heavy industrial shop environment.

Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Work 10-hour shifts and Saturdays when needed.

Qualifications: Welding and fitting experience in an industrial or fabrication environment.

Ability to read shop drawings and interpret AWS weld symbols.

Ability to produce consistent, high-quality flux-cored arc welds.

Must pass a full-penetration vertical weld test and an overhead fillet weld test.

Familiarity with AWS D1.1 and D14.1 welding standards.

Ability to work safely in a heavy industrial setting and lift up to 50 pounds.

Dependable and able to meet the required work schedule.

Benefits and Incentives: Potential for permanent employment after 90 days.

Benefits upon full-time hire, including 401(k), ESOP, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

$850 sign-on bonus after six months of employment.

If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!