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.