Welder & Fitter- 1st Shift

ZipRecruiter; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local welding and fabrication company in Carlisle is seeking a skilled Welder & Fitter. Responsibilities include MIG welding, fitting, and laying out structural steel projects. The ideal candidate should have proficiency in fitting and blueprint reading and be experienced in 3G welding. This is a full onsite position with a pay range of $20.00 - $27.00/hr and includes benefits such as health insurance and a retirement plan.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Certification in 3G welding preferred; training will be provided.
• Experience with structural steel projects is a plus.
• Bring your own hood and steel-toed boots; tools provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural layout and fitting of steel according to blueprints.
• Fit, lay out, and fabricate structural steel projects.
• Conduct tack welds to fabricate steel pieces for welders.
• MIG weld structural steel in both vertical and horizontal positions.
• Operate machining equipment like plasma cutters and shears.

Skills

Proficiency in fitting

Blueprint reading

MIG welding in 3G positions

Experience with structural steel fabrication

Machining equipment operation

Tools

Plasma cutters

Forklifts

Cranes

Job description

Overview

Welder & Fitter in Carlisle, PA. Seeking a skilled Welder and Fitter to join our team. Responsible for the structural layout and fitting of steel according to blueprints. You will be involved in fitting, laying out, and fabricating structural steel projects, performing tack welds to fabricate steel pieces for welders. Proficiency in MIG welding structural steel in both vertical and horizontal positions is required, with certification in 3G welding, though training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural layout and fitting of steel according to blueprints.
• Fit, lay out, and fabricate structural steel projects.
• Conduct tack welds to fabricate steel pieces for welders.
• MIG weld structural steel in vertical and horizontal positions.
• Operate machining equipment like plasma cutters, shears, and presses.
• Read blueprints using digital devices such as iPads.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in fitting, blueprint reading, and welding.
• Experience with structural steel fabrication.
• Ability to MIG weld in 3G positions.
• Familiarity with machining equipment operation.

Work Environment

Small family-owned welding/fabrication shop, exposed to varying temperatures. Collaborate with 15-20 coworkers and operate forklifts, cranes, and other equipment. The first shift runs from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with overtime starting at 5:00 am, including Saturdays. Bring your own hood and steel-toed boots as tools are supplied.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, benefits may include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in CARLISLE, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2025.

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