Fabrication Welder

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division; Foote Homes (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division is seeking a Fabrication Welder to train and direct fabrication, welding, and installation of metal items at our Central Shops in Memphis, TN. The role involves welding on stainless steel, cast iron, and other metals, repairing equipment, and reading blueprints to lay out work.

The position requires completion of an approved Fabrication Welding Apprenticeship or equivalent training, and possession of a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an approved Fabrication Welding Apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• Welder qualifications under ANSI D1.1-90 and D1.2-90.
• Ability to read blueprints and layouts.

Responsibilities

• Forge/repair items such as valves, keys, meter hooks, and tools; select metal and heat/hammer/grind as needed.
• Perform electric arc, MIG, and TIG welding on various metals; inspect welding equipment and hydraulic gear.
• Design/construct jigs, patterns, tools, fixtures, and dies; operate shop machinery and read blueprints.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Equipment inspection

Education

Fabrication Welding Apprenticeship

Job description

Fabrication Welder - (260000P4)DescriptionMLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination.Fabricator Welder will train and direct employees in and perform fabrication, forging, welding, repair and installation of metal items. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Forge/repair various items such as valve, cut off/water box keys, meter hooks, caulking tools, pick points, jack hammer/star drills, chisels and wrecking bars by performing such tasks as selecting appropriate metal or process and heating/hammering/grinding and tempering articles. Perform electric arc/oxyacetylene/MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel, cast iron, copper, aluminum and other various metal items; inspect/service welding equipment, gates, lifting cable and various hydraulic equipment.Design/construct jigs, patterns, tools, fixtures, dies and other equipment as requested. Read and interpret blueprints; measure, design, lay out and draw prints for various jobs. Operate Division vehicle, overhead crane, forklifts and various machinery such as optical torch cutters, benders, saws, drill/punch and hydraulic presses, shears, grinders, lathes and other various shop machinery. Cut/thread rods and pipes; sharpen picks, chisels, asphalt cutters, shovels and axes; replace handles on various tools; splice wires and cables. Install/maintain and repair rolling doors. Prepare required paperwork such as work sheets, daily time/mileage and maintenance reports. Perform other duties as directed.QualificationsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSA valid driver's license from state of residence is required. A valid Class A Commercial driver's license from state of residence within trial orprobationary period after entering classification is required.EDUCATIONMust have successfully completed approved Fabrication Welding Apprenticeship Program or equivalent experience and training.EXPERIENCEMust have Welder qualifications under the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) D1.1-90 and D1 .2-90.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONMust successfully complete Placement/Performance Exercises. Works inside and outside. Physical Demands: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 20 pounds or more of force on a regular basis. Subject to climbing various structures and heights; falls from high structures; burns and hazards associated with welding, industrial machinery and working in the shop and in proximity of energized equipment; heavy lifting, climbing and standing for long periods of time.THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY.Primary Location: USA-TN-MemphisWork Locations:CS01 Central Shops703 Beale Street Memphis 38103-3205Job: MechanicalOrganization: 0364111 Millwright and Metalsmith ShopJob Posting: Oct 21, 2026, 5:56:49 PMMinimum Salary: 30.75Midpoint Salary: 35.77