Fabricator

Harris American; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Health savings account

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Harris American in Cordele, GA, is seeking a skilled welder to fabricate and assemble structures using various welding techniques. You will interpret engineering drawings, set up equipment, and deliver high-quality welds that meet project specs.

Responsibilities include preparing surfaces, selecting materials, welding in multiple positions, inspecting joints, and performing post-weld finishing while following safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Certification in welding or completion of a welding apprenticeship is preferred.
• Proven experience as a welder in a similar role is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations using appropriate techniques.
• Interpret drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to determine requirements.
• Set up and operate welding equipment and related tools.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, grinding, and degreasing.
• Weld components in various positions to specifications.
• Inspect welded joints for defects and ensure quality standards.
• Perform post-welding finishing such as grinding and polishing.
• Follow safety guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Welding processes

Blueprint interpretation

Manual dexterity

Math skills

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting welding issues

Education

Welding certification or apprenticeship

Tools

Welding machines

Torches

Electrodes

Surface prep tools

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION – PURPOSE OF ROLE:

The fabricator is responsible for fabricating and assembling structures and parts by using various welding techniques and equipment. This role involves interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications to produce high-quality welds in accordance with standards and project requirements.

Essential Functions:

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform welding operations using appropriate welding techniques.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to determine welding requirements and specifications.
• Set up and operate welding equipment including welding machines, gas cylinders, torches, and related tools.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, grinding, and degreasing to ensure proper welding quality.
• Select and measure appropriate materials and components for welding based on project requirements.
• Weld components in various positions (e.g., flat, vertical, overhead) using appropriate procedures.
• Inspect welded joints for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Perform post-welding processes such as grinding, sanding, and polishing to achieve smooth finishes.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and procedures to ensure a safe working environment and prevent accidents.

Qualifications and Experience:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Certification in welding or completion of a welding apprenticeship program is preferred.
• Proven experience as a welder in a similar role is required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

The successful candidate should:

• Understand various welding processes.
• Have a knowledge of different types of metals, their properties, and how they respond to heat and pressure.
• Be able to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to understand project specifications.
• Understand how to operate and maintain welding machines, torches, electrodes, and other tools.
• Have precise hand-eye coordination and steady hands to manipulate welding equipment and materials.
• Be able to consistently produce high-quality welds with attention to specifications and details.
• Be capable of troubleshooting welding issues, adjust techniques, and make necessary repairs.
• Have basic math skills for measurements, angles, and calculations related to welding tasks.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance