Fabricator

Lee Contracting, Inc.; Holly (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

HSA contributions

Paid time off

Life & disability

Safety bonus

Employee stock ownership

Travel incentive

Holiday bonus

Tools provided

Job summary

Lee Industrial Contracting is seeking an Apprentice Fabricator to support fabricators on a variety of projects in Pontiac, Michigan. You will learn from senior team members, follow foreman instructions, and assist with loading and unloading materials while maintaining a safe, organized work area.

Requirements include shop Arc experience, 2–5 years in an industrial setting, ability to read blueprints, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Shop Arc experience is preferred.
• 2–5 years’ experience in an industrial setting.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Self-directed and able to work independently.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Support other apprentices, fabricators, and senior fabricators on projects.
• Follow foreman and supervisor instructions to complete tasks efficiently.
• Lead an apprentice on smaller projects.
• Understand design layouts and blueprints.
• Keep the job site clean and well-organized.
• Handle loading and unloading of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure attention to safety standards.
• Fuel and wash department vehicles.

Job description

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available.

We are proud to offer our employees:

• Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs
• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Safety Bonus Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Work Travel Incentive
• Holiday Bonus
• Company provided tools
• And so much more!

Responsibilities:

• Support other apprentices, other fabricators, and sr. fabricators on various projects
• Follow instructions from foreman and supervisors to ensure tasks are completed efficiently
• Ability to lead an apprentice on smaller projects
• Understanding design layouts and blueprints
• Keep the job site clean and well-organized
• Handle the loading and unloading of materials, tools, and equipment
• Ensure attention to detail and follow safety standards
• Fuel and wash department vehicles

Requirements:

• Shop Arc experience
• 2-5 years’ experience in the Industrial setting
• Ability to work effectively with all personality types
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Self-directed and can work independently
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Requirements:

• AWS weld certifications

Equipment and tool experience:

• Aerial – Lift Operation – Scissor Lift (Preferred)
• Forklift Operation – Material handling and loading/unloading
• Basic operation of trucks and equipment
• Trailer loading of material
• Fitting table
• Band saw
• Weld tractor (Preferred)
• Ironworker (Preferred)
• Drill Press (Preferred)
• Line burner (Preferred)
• Fabrication shop tools (drills, band saw, grinders, etc.

Lift Director Qualified (Preferred):

• Identify the various roles and responsibilities associated with directing a lift, planning a lift, and executing a lift.
• Discuss proper LHE operating practices as they related to standard and critical load handling activities.
• Explain the requirements for signaling and communication during load handling activities.
• Review applicable manufacturer requirements, site requirements, Federal regulations, and applicable standards for rigging equipment.
• Discuss the procedures for procuring material handling equipment.
• Distinguish proper vs. improper crane and rigging practices.
• Select appropriate rigging gear based upon capacity, compatibility, compliance, and load control.
• Discuss items to be considered before, during, and after a load handling activity.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to position one-self to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, attics and tunnels.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in cold/hot environments.
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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