Code Welder

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Plans

401k with employer match

AD&D policy

Job summary

L&L Fabrication, Inc. in Loveland, CO, is seeking a Welder II to operate in the Douglas Weld Shop. You will weld Code and Non-Code articles, adapt to varying tasks, and contribute to a strong team environment while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires ASME Code welding experience and a commitment to continuous improvement. Competitive hourly pay from $24 to $30, with a comprehensive benefits package upon probation and a focus on safety and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Code Welding Experience per ASME Sec. 8/9, B31.3, AWS D1.1, AWS D17.1
• Mechanical Aptitude relevant to welding tasks
• Operational understanding of manufacturing environments
• Ownership attitude—accountable and proactive
• Commitment to SAFE and CORE workplace culture
• Ability to read/interpret assignments and drawings
• Basic math as it relates to welding tasks
• Willingness to learn new processes or methods

Responsibilities

• Weld Non-Code and Code articles to satisfactory quality
• Perform GMAW, FCAW, SMAW per WPS
• Weld to standard and adapt to 100% NDT when required
• Process materials with accuracy and efficiency
• Operate oxy-fuel, plasma, saw, mag-drill, grinder
• Safely use shop and personal tooling
• Drive a forklift safely when needed
• Contribute to team development of welding and fabrication skills
• Be a safe, accountable team member and propose improvements
• Plan work orders and gather tools/materials per instructions
• Repair and fabricate items using cutting, burning and welding
• Monitor welding and burning to prevent overheating/distortion
• Prepare, assemble and tack weld parts
• Maintain/clean equipment and work area
• Report faulty equipment or materials
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Code welding experience

Mechanical aptitude

Welding interpretation

Ownership attitude

Safety culture

Reading blueprints

Welding terminology

Team collaboration

Tools

Oxy-fuel

Plasma

Saw

Mag-drill

Grinder

Job description

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 strides 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
• 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
• 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.

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.

About L & L Fabrication, Inc.

The leading provider of engineering, fabrication, and technical services in the Rocky Mountain region, distinguished by our uncompromising standards in quality, advanced innovation, and customer-centric solutions.