Fabrication Welder

Century Fire Protection; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Chesapeake Fire Protection is seeking an experienced Welder to join our fabrication team in Odenton, MD. You will assemble, weld, and fabricate metal components, ensuring quality workmanship and on-schedule production.

You will read blueprints, perform MIG/TIG/Stick welding, and inspect welds for quality and safety. The role requires 2+ years in welding within manufacturing environments and the ability to read drawings. Join a team that values precision and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders.
• Perform MIG, TIG, Stick, and other welding techniques to fabricate and repair metal components.
• Measure, cut, fit, and align materials for welding.
• Inspect completed welds for quality, accuracy, and safety compliance.
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and a clean, organized workspace.
• Work with fabrication team members and supervisors to meet production deadlines.
• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Document completed work and report defects or issues to supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Quality workmanship

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment (MIG/TIG/Stick)

AWS/CWB certifications (preferred)

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Chesapeake Sprinkler Odenton - Odenton, MD 21113, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly, Division 135 | Odenton, MD

Build with precision. Take pride in your work. Protect what matters.

Chesapeake Fire Protection is looking for an experienced Welder to join our fabrication team! You'll play a hands-on role in assembling, welding, and fabricating metal components while ensuring quality workmanship and keeping production on schedule.

What You’ll Do

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work orders.
• Perform MIG, TIG, Stick, and other welding techniques to fabricate and repair metal components.
• Measure, cut, fit, and align materials for welding.
• Inspect completed welds for quality, accuracy, and safety compliance.
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and a clean, organized workspace.
• Work with fabrication team members and supervisors to meet production deadlines.
• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Document completed work and report defects or issues to supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of welding experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• AWS, CWB, or equivalent welding certifications preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Basic computer and email skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.

The Job

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Stand, lift, and perform physical work for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a shop environment with noise, heat, and confined spaces.

Why This Role Matters

Your craftsmanship helps turn raw materials into essential components for fire protection systems. Bring your welding skills, attention to detail, and pride in your work to a team that builds with purpose.

About Chesapeake Fire Protection

Built on Experience. Focused on People. Growing for the Future.

Founded in 1978 as a family-owned business, Chesapeake Fire Protection (formerly Chesapeake Sprinkler Company) has grown into a trusted fire protection partner serving the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. areas.

Today, as a Century Fire Protection Company, we have the resources, technology, expertise, and first-class fabrication capabilities to take on projects of all sizes. We’re headquartered in Odenton, MD, with a branch office in Ashburn, VA.

We Invest in Our People

Our people are our biggest asset. We provide the training, education, resources, and benefits employees need to succeed, grow, and build a career with us.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance, including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident Coverage

Come build your career with a company that invests in you.