Fabrication Apprentice: Hands-On Welder Training

TurbineAero Repair; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TurbineAero Repair seeks an entry-level Apprentice Fabricator to assist the lead welder and machine shop operations. You will fabricate, join, repair metal components and hardware, with on-the-job training and cross-training across departments including paint and thermal spray.

This position focuses on repairing subassemblies during APU/LRU processing, with growth opportunities and exposure to a range of fabrication tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior welding training or experience required; OJT provided.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints/diagrams/technical drawings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support lead welder in fabrication, welding, fitting and repair tasks.
• Repair broken hardware/components during APU/LRU processing.
• Interpret blueprints/specs/diagrams/work orders to determine fabrication and welding processes.
• Fabricate, join, fit/tack, and repair equipment, fixtures, and metal structures with welding techniques.
• Operate drill presses, power saws, grinders, welding equipment and hand tools.
• Perform GTAW welding in flat and vertical positions; materials include titanium, aluminum, Inconel, stainless 0.020”–0.065” thick.
• Conduct pre-use maintenance checks on tools and report faults.
• Inspect completed work for quality and structural integrity.
• Assist disassembly/repair/reassembly to restore serviceable condition.
• Crosstrain and assist in other departments (paint, clean, thermal spray, hand finishing).

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Reading blueprints

Basic math

Teamwork & communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Drill presses

Job description

TurbineAero Repair seeks an entry-level Apprentice Fabricator to assist the lead welder and machine shop operations. You will fabricate, join, repair metal components and hardware, with on-the-job training and cross-training across departments including paint and thermal spray.

This position focuses on repairing subassemblies during APU/LRU processing, with growth opportunities and exposure to a range of fabrication tasks in a manufacturing environment.