Entry Level Fabricator

Kelly Services; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Transit benefits

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an entry level Fabricator for a long-term opportunity in the Norfolk, VA area. This role operates on first shift (6:00am–3:00pm) with pay up to $17.50 per hour, depending on experience.

The Fabricator assists in fabricating components for specialized water treatment equipment and systems, using drills, saws, grinders, and other equipment. The job may require forklift operation and occasional field travel for repairs or installation.

Qualifications

• Entry-level fabrication role in water treatment equipment.
• Ability to operate key fabrication tools safely and accurately.
• Willingness to travel for field repairs or installations when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists in fabricating components for water treatment equipment.
• Safely uses drill presses, belt sanders, band saws, bench grinders, ironworkers, and related equipment.
• Pipe-fit PVC, CPVC, fiberglass, and stainless steel as needed.
• Follow safety procedures to prevent injuries.
• Keep work area clean and organized.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Team coordination

Tools

Drill presses

Belt sanders

Band saws

Bench grinders

Scissor lifts

Ironworkers

Job description

Kelly is currently seeking an entry level Fabricator for a long-term opportunity in the Norfolk, VA area! This role will be on first shift – 6:00am – 3:00pm. The pay rate is up to $17.50/hour, depending on experience level.

The Fabricator is responsible for assisting in the fabrication of various components and/or whole parts to support the production and manufacturing of specialized water treatment equipment and associated systems. This position requires forklift operation, scissor lifts, drill presses, belt sanders, band saws, bench grinders

and ironworkers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists in fabricating and manufacturing various components of specialized equipment used in industrial water treatment applications
• Proper and safe use of drill presses, belt sanders, band saws, bench grinders, ironworkers, and other specialized equipment to fabricate parts and water treatment systems.
• Pipe-fit various materials such as PVC, CPVC, fiberglass, and stainless steel
• Practice good safety procedures in order to keep self and others injury free
• Follow good housekeeping practices by keeping fabrication and tool storage area neat and clean as well as timely cleanup of work area after each job is completed
• Perform confined space entry in small tanks with 14x18” manways
• Travel for field repair and install if needed
• Maintain records and reports as required

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.