Apprentice Construction Welder and Pipefitter

Lee Company; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Earned Wage Access (EWA)

401(k) company match

Paid time off (PTO)

LCU training and career growth

Job summary

Lee Company in Franklin, VA is seeking a entry-level welder helper to assist in cutting, fit-up, welding, grinding and painting according to drawings and specifications.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 0–6 months of related experience. You should read drawings, use measuring tools safely, and work well in a team while staying calm under pressure.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred 0-6 months of related experience and/or training is required.
• Able to read and interpret drawings and specification documents.
• Knowledgeable of welding quality requirements and able to inspect welds relative to standard acceptance criteria.
• Able to use various measuring, locating, and testing tools and equipment; work effectively individually and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cutting, fit-up, welding, grinding, and painting per drawings and specifications.
• Inspect welds relative to standard acceptance criteria.
• Operate measuring, locating, and testing tools as required.
• Maintain ability to work under stress and cooperatively with others.

Skills

Reading drawings

Welding quality knowledge

Tool use

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Summary of Job: Assists in all related tasks (e.g., cutting, fit-up, welding, grinding, and painting) in the process of producing welded pipe and various structural steel assemblies per drawings and specifications.

Education and Experience: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred 0-6 months of related experience and/or training is required.

Skills and Abilities: Demonstrate proper and safe use of related tools and equipment. Proficient in reading and interpreting drawings and specification documents. Knowledgeable of welding quality requirements and able to inspect welds relative to standard acceptance criteria. Able to use various measuring, locating, and testing tools and equipment Ability to work and communicate effectively individually as well as in a team environment. Must be able to handle stress and job demands. Must be able to cooperatively work with others.

Company Perks & Benefits

• Physical: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, plus free virtual primary care, mental health, and urgent care services for employees and their family members.
• Financial: Earned Wage Access (EWA) – access a portion of your earned pay before payday, 401(k) company match, HSA contributions, and company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Community: Company-supported volunteer opportunities to make a real impact.
• Career: Free trade training through Lee Company University (LCU), paid time off (PTO), and career growth opportunities.
• Relational: Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and Chaplain services for support when you need it.

Lee Company started with one truck and a passion for serving families and businesses. Three generations and 80+ years later, we’ve grown into a $420 million company with 1,700+ team members, recognized as a top workplace both locally and nationally. Through it all, putting people first remains at our core.

Lee Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiant Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or testing, or family and medical leave.

Lee Company is an E-Verify employer. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At the time of hire, employees will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility.

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