Fabricator

About the role

We’re looking for a dependable Fabricator to support equipment maintenance, fabrication, and repair operations through high-quality welding and metalworking skills. This role is responsible for building, repairing, and modifying equipment and tooling while maintaining a strong focus on safety, precision, and operational efficiency in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding repairs and fabrication work on industrial equipment, tooling, and components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to complete fabrication projects accurately.
• Operate MIG welders for aluminum and stainless steel applications.
• Operate TIG welders, AC/DC stick welders, plasma cutters, and oxyacetylene cutting and welding equipment.
• Fabricate new tooling, equipment, and structural components based on operational needs.
• Assist in the design and modification of equipment and repair solutions.
• Determine appropriate materials and welding methods required for specific repairs and fabrication projects.
• Inspect equipment and work areas to identify safe welding conditions prior to beginning work.
• Complete repairs in the most effective and efficient manner while maintaining quality standards.
• Operate welding and fabrication equipment safely and properly at all times.
• Follow company safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and required PPE guidelines.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas within the shop and field environments.
• Support maintenance operations during equipment breakdowns and urgent repair situations.
• Provide guidance and operating instruction to less experienced employees when needed.
• Travel to field job sites to perform welding and fabrication work as required.
• Work extended shifts, overtime, weekends, or holidays based on operational demands.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Vocational or industrial trade specialization preferred.
• 5–7 years of welding and fabrication experience in an industrial, maintenance, or heavy equipment environment.
• Technical school training or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and fabrication drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to safely lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and perform repetitive physical tasks during 8–12 hour shifts.
• Ability to work around welding heat, sparks, fumes, industrial noise, and varying indoor and outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required PPE including welding shields, respirators, gloves, hearing protection, and protective clothing.
• Ability to travel between shop and field job sites and work flexible schedules based on operational needs.