Certified Welder - Charleston SC

SJ Hamill Construction Company, LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings program

Tuition reimbursement program

HSA contribution

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

A reputable construction firm is seeking a Welder responsible for basic welding and steel fabrication tasks. The role requires interpreting shop drawings, performing layout, and ensuring quality standards in structural steel components. Candidates must be certified welders with the ability to handle physical tasks and operate necessary equipment. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance, 401(k) plan with matching contributions, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to complete structural and equipment welding at remote job sites.
• Ability to frequently walk, stoop, kneel, reach and climb.
• TWIC card preferred but the ability to obtain one is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding conditions.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and use prints and sketches for layout and welding.
• Operate motorized equipment including welding and grinding.
• Perform general material handling functions.
• Follow company safety rules and use PPE at all times.

Skills

Certified Welder specializing in field operations

Ability to interpret and use prints and sketches

Experience with heavy flux core wire feed welding

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Good balance and physical strength

Education

AWS Certified Welder

TWIC Card (preferred)

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torch

Hand tools

Flux core welding

Job description

Role Overview: The Welder is responsible for performing basic welding and steel fabrication tasks in support of the production of structural steel components for construction projects. This position involves reading shop drawings, measuring, cutting, fitting, and welding steel parts according to specified tolerances and quality standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Interpret and use prints and sketches to perform layout and welding techniques for structural steel fabrication.
• Perform general material handling functions, such as; jobsite clean-up and moving of materials by hand.
• Operate motorized equipment including welding, air arcing, bolting, grinding, use of cutting torch, hammers, reamers, tape measures and overhead crane operation.
• Perform all job duties following company safety rules and proper use of assigned personal protective equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified Welder specializing in field operations, with proven ability to complete structural and equipment welding at remote job sites.
• Knowledge and ability to interpret and use prints and sketches to perform layout and welding techniques for structural steel fabrication.
• Pass AWS Welding Test on a one-inch groove test in the horizontal position.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds of material.
• Ability to frequently walk, stoop, kneel, reach and climb.
• Ability to successfully use hand tools such as those listed under position responsibilities.
• Work requires alert individuals with good balance and physical strength.
• Experience with heavy flux core wire feed welding.
• TWIC card preferred but not required. Ability to obtain one is required.

What we can offer you:

• Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance
• Company paid Disability and Life insurance
• Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program including discounts with major vendors & products
• Mental and physical wellness programs
• Competitive time off package including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Career advancement opportunities with a stable well-established organization
• Tuition reimbursement program and access to LinkedIn Learning courses

*Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.

*CSG/SJ Hamill does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CSG/SJ Hamill without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CSG/SJ Hamill.

SJ Hamill Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity

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