Welder Assistant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist welders with setup, material preparation, and workpiece alignment.
• Move, lift, and hold parts in place for welding or fitting operations.
• Clean and prepare metal surfaces using grinders, wire wheels, and other tools.
• Perform basic cutting, deburring, and material handling tasks.
• Keep tools, welding equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
• Retrieve materials, consumables, and tools needed for ongoing jobs.
• Absorb components before welding.
• Help maintain a safe working environment.
• Support general shop tasks such as sweeping, organizing, and staging materials for upcoming jobs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by welders or supervisors

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• HS Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Prior shop / fabrication experience preferred.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of hand tools, grinders, and shop equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely around welding operations.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. and working on feet for long periods of time.
• Willingness to learn welding and fitting skills.