Welder

GTI is a contract manufacturing partner supporting customers in renewable energy, power generation, infrastructure, and industrial systems. We fabricate custom designed, purpose-built enclosures and skids for our customers and perform mechanical and electrical integration in-house, delivering a true turn-key product to our customers. Our scope spans Engineering, prototype builds, through full production, requiring teams that can move fast, adapt, and execute with precision.

GTI Values: Safety | Quality | Customer Obsession | Speed | Agility

Responsibilities

• Work detail drawings, fit-up piece parts in fixturing, fit, tack and weld piece parts according to detail drawings with components consisting of steel channels, brackets, angles, sheathing, assemblies and sub-assemblies
• Tack welds all parts together in equipment, ensuring all dimensions are correct to specified drawings
• Weld complete assembly according to specified welding standards
• Correct fabrication mistakes
• Incorporate approved design changes where necessary
• Fabricate shop fixtures as required by assembly personnel per engineering sketch
• Meet production schedule, quality and planned labor hours with limited supervision
• Utilization of hand and power shop tools
• Understand and apply minimally these forms of welding: carbon steel, stainless steel, low alloy
• Normally receives basic instructions on routine tasks and detailed instructions on new assignments
• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements)
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
• Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

Requirements

• Proven experience as welder
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.)
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
• Deftness and attention to detail

Skills/Qualifications

• General mechanical background
• Ability to use hand tools and welding tools safely
• Minimum of 1 year experience in mechanical assembly, AWS certification (American Welding Society) for welding of carbon steel using GMAW process position 3G, Vertical up and 4F overhead
• Able to work with limited supervision and follow instructions
• Able to work as a team member in group situations
• Fully understand manufacturing drawings, able to verify dimensions
• Understand tolerance systems
• Complete shop order documentation and time sheets
• Meet internal Company standards for quality and workmanship
• Expected to contribute and maintain conditions that will ensure a healthy and safe working environment
• Working knowledge of torch and plasma equipment
• Working knowledge of GTAW Welding
• Ability to apply workmanship standards and understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Able to perform basic tasks independently, limited supervision and in a group setting

Benefits

GTI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.

Pay

$24 - $30 an hour

Schedule

• 1st Shift: 7am – 4pm
• 2nd Shift: 3:30pm – 12am
• 3rd Shift: 10pm – 6:30am