Code Welder

L&L Fabrication; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (HSA & PPO)

Dental and Vision Plans

401k with employer match (up to 5%)

Life insurance

AD&D policy

Fleet Vehicle access

Benefit Partner programs

Paid Leave/PTO per CO-FAMLI

Job summary

L&L Fabrication in Loveland, CO seeks a Code Welder II to join the Douglas Weld Shop. The role will weld at a CODE level whether the project is Code or Non-Code, while staying agile, supporting fittings, and helping develop the team environment.

Rate of Pay: $24.00 to $30.00/hr. The shop is ASME Code with U and R stamps, focusing on code work, repairs, and on‑time delivery with safety and quality as core values.

Qualifications

• Code Welding Experience (ASME Sec.8/9, B31.3, AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1).
• Mechanical Aptitude and ability to operate in a manufacturing environment.
• Ownership attitude and safe, collaborative work ethic.
• Willingness to learn new processes and methods.
• Ability to read and interpret assignments and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Weld Non-Code and Code articles to satisfactory quality.
• Operate GMAW, FCAW, SMAW per WPS.
• Weld to requirements and adapt to higher‑level tasks.
• Handle oxy-fuel, plasma, saw, mag-drill, and grinder.
• Safely use shop and personal tooling; drive a forklift safely.

Skills

Code Welding Experience

Mechanical Aptitude

Operational understanding

Ownership

Team culture

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Read and interpret drawings

Mathematics for welding

WPS knowledge

Job description

Code Welder II

The Welder II is a full-time position that will operate out of the L&L Fabrication Douglas Weld Shop. This position will be expected to weld at a CODE level whether the project they are working on is Code or Non-Code, a common material or uncommon material. This position will be expected to act with agility and be willing to pivot from welding, to fitting, to assisting in the development of the team environment. The roles and duties of this position may adjust and adapt to business needs over time.

Rate of Pay – $24.00 to $30.00/hr

L&L Fabrication is an ASME Code vessel shop Holding U and R stamps. We offer ASME-coded work built to spec, along with repairs and maintenance on used pressure-rated equipment. L&L Fabrication, INC strives on quality work, meeting deadlines, and keeping everyone on the site safe. A high emphasis on safety, quality, and on time delivery.

Expected Roles/Responsibilities:

• weld Non-Code and Code articles to satisfactory quality
• GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, all per WPS
• Weld to expectation and rise to challenges such as 100% NDT
• Process Materials with accuracy and efficiency
• Oxy-fuel, Plasma, Saw, Mag-Drill, and Grinder
• Use all shop and personal tooling safely and appropriately.
• Drive a forklift safely and appropriately.
• Participate in team setting that will develop and build welding and fabrication ability for oneself and colleagues.
• Provide a SAFE team member that is accountable, respectful, and empowered to introduce new opportunities for getting the job done.
• Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requirements for the Role:

• Code Welding Experience (ASME Sec. 8/9, B31.3, AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1)
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Operational understanding or appreciation for a manufacturing environment
• Ownership – attitude that shares wins and owns losses.
• Desire to add to the workplace culture, SAFE and CORE
• Smart, Alert, Focused, Energized
• Collaborative, Ownership, Respectful, Empowering
• Willingness to learn new processes or try new methods.
• Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models and blueprints.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.

Weld Testing Requirements (3G requirement only):

• 3G Plate Test - GMAW Vert Up on ¾ Plate (GMAW root / GMAW-P or FCAW hot and Cap)
• 4G Plate Test – GMAW OH on ¾” Plate (GMAW root / GMAW-P or FCAW hot and Cap)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at any time, 50 pounds regularly, 100 infrequently.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.

Benefits (Available following the Probationary Period)

• HSA and PPO Health Insurance plans
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Accident and Critical Illness Plans
• 401k with up to a 5% safe harbor employer match
• Life insurance
• AD&D policy provided by the organization and expandable
• Ken Garff Ford – Fleet Vehicle access for purchase
• Advocacy and partnership via Benefit Partner
• Paid Leave/Paid Time Off Policy that is in alignment with CO-FAMLI (CO ONLY)
• Others added frequently.

Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted by [insert date, e.g., December 31, 2025]__.

_IF VOID OF A FUTURE DATE ABOVE - APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ON AN ONGOING BASIS _

L&L Fabrication, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.