Fabricator

Paycom - ATS; Winder (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Culvert, Inc. is seeking a Metal Production Welder – Fabricator to skillfully produce fabricated products from corrugated steel pipe materials, adhering to quality standards.

The role requires MIG and Stick welding proficiency, forklift operation, and the ability to read shop drawings, gauge materials, and coatings. Candidates should maintain safety and housekeeping while contributing to a team-based environment.

Qualifications

• Proven welding skills: MIG and Stick.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings with attention to detail.
• Operate forklift safely and maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality fabricated products from corrugated steel and plate materials.
• Perform pre- and post-production quality checks (paint, weld spatter, cracks).
• Read shop drawings and interpret gauges/coatings with accuracy.
• Maintain welding equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Uphold safety and housekeeping in fabrication shop, yard, and warehouses.

Skills

Welding (MIG)

Welding (Stick)

Forklift operation

Shop drawing reading

Measuring with tape

Tools

Bandsaw

Plasma cutter

Job description

At Southeast Culvert Inc., we desire to operate on the biblical principle of being intentional about doing Good. Our success is grounded in doing Good for our customers, employees, suppliers, and to the company itself by striving to live out our core values.Southeast Culvert, Inc., was founded on the promise to provide a quality drainage product at a reasonable price, when and where needed. This remains the core principle of how we run the business. Since it was established in 1981, Southeast Culvert, Inc., set out to be the company of choice when it comes to storm drainage product supplies. Our dedication to our customers and our quality of service has made Southeast Culvert, Inc., the largest single site capacity culvert plant in the United States. We offer stormwater solutions for all needs. At Southeast Culvert, Inc., we strive to have a positive impact, not just with our employees and customers but with the surrounding community. We are active members of many organizations including PPI, NCSPA and ASCE. In 2025, Southeast Culvert Inc., was selected as mid sized Engineering Employer of the Month. We make contributions to many charitable organizations including schools, fire departments, churches and the Shriners Children Hospitals. Our mission at Southeast Culvert, Inc., is to build lasting relationships to better serve our customers and our community.Role Title: Metal Production Welder – FabricatorMission: Skillfully produce and manage fabricated products made from corrugated steel pipe materials at quality standards that accomplish company goals.Roles / Objectives:Produce high quality fabricated and specialty products using various corrugated metal thicknesses, structural steel, and plate steelPerform detailed pre and post production quality assurance checks (painting, weld spatter, cracks, burn through, cleaning cuttings and filings)Become a safe and skilled expert operator of forklift trucksMaintain firm knowledge of all SEC metal pipe (corrugations, gauges, coatings)Read and interpret shop drawings with strong attention to detailDemonstrate good judgment regarding safetyPractice good housekeeping in fabrication shop, yard, and warehouses, including proper storage and placement of finished productMaintain welding equipment, including all facets of MIG and Stick (tip liner, changes)Competencies:0-1 years of experienceAbility to use and understand tape measuresForklift experienceAbility to operate an industrial saw cutting pipe from 12\"-144\"Ability to learn different gauges 16ga-8ga andAbility to learn different coating (galvanized, aluminized T2, polymer) and theAbility to learn different kinds of pipe (standard, 5x1, max-flow)2-5 years of experience:Ability to lay out fittings and create templates for various anglesAbility to work with metal thicknesses from 18G to 8G (corrugated metal), structural steel, and plate steelHigh proficiency in MIG and Stick weldingFamiliarity with cutting tools: bandsaw, shears, plasma torch, air toolsAbility to perform multi angle welding (vertical, horizontal, overhead)Possess or obtain a valid forklift operator’s licenseStrong analytical reasoning and eye hand coordinationAbility to create and foster a team-based environment with fabricators and material handlersLevel I Expectations:Knowledge of all safety standardsKnowledge and dexterity with basic measuring and hand toolsAbility to identify all material types (gauge/coating)Ability to operate a forklift and maintain certificationPerform basic quality checks (e.g., small fabrications)Basic knowledge of small fab shop drawingsAbility to use oxy fuel torch and plasma cutterAbility to perform Stick and MIG weldingKnowledge of and ability to fabricate SEC stock fabricationsAbility to fabricate Underground Detention Systems under 60\" diameterLevel II Expectations:Proficient at all Level I dutiesKnowledge of advanced quality issues (e.g., underground drawings)Ability to train other employees on Level I fabrications and dutiesAdvanced knowledge of reading shop drawings, including underground drawingsAbility to perform quality checks on all Level I fabricationsAbility to fabricate small custom fabrications (Trash Racks, Pond Risers, Half Rounds, etc.)Ability to fabricate underground detention systems between 60\"–96\" in diameterAbility to create cut lists for fittingsKnowledge of and ability to fabricate SEC stock fabricationsAbility to fabricate Underground Detention Systems under 60\" diameterAbility to create and foster a team-based environment with fabricators and material handlersLevel III Expectations:Proficient at all Level II dutiesAbility to lead the fabrication teamAbility to train other employees on all Level II and some (or all) Level III fabricationsAbility to perform quality control checks on all fabricationsMastery of reading shop drawingsAbility to create cut lists for fittings for the entire fabrication teamAbility to fabricate underground, watertight cistern detention systems greater than 96\" in diameter