Fence Fabricator

Kelly Services; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Middleboro, MA is partnering with an established fence and gate company to hire a skilled Metal Fabricator / Welder for a direct-hire opportunity. This hands-on shop role requires experience in metal fabrication and welding, with comfort working with wood and PVC/vinyl fencing materials.

You will fabricate and assemble fencing, gates, posts, and related components following shop drawings and specifications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in metal fabrication, welding, or a related skilled trade.
• Experience with MIG welding or similar welding processes.
• Ability to accurately measure, cut, fit, and assemble materials.
• Experience using grinders, saws, drills, and hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble metal fencing, gates, frames, posts, brackets, and related components.
• Perform welding, tack welding, cutting, grinding, drilling, and finishing.
• Measure, mark, cut, fit, and assemble materials according to job specifications.
• Read and interpret shop drawings, sketches, measurements, and fabrication instructions.
• Identify and correct fabrication issues before completed products leave the shop.

Skills

Metal fabrication

Welding

MIG welding

Measurement & fitting

Read shop drawings

Hand and power tools

Tools

Grinders

Saws

Drills

Torches

Job description

Kelly is partnering with an established fence and gate company in Middleboro, MA to hire a skilled Fence Fabricator / Welder for a direct-hire opportunity.

This is a hands‑on shop role for someone with experience in metal fabrication and welding who is also comfortable working with materials commonly used in fencing, including wood and PVC/vinyl .

Candidates with carpentry, woodworking, fence fabrication, gate fabrication, or construction experience are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Details

Position: Metal Fabricator / Welder

Location: Middleboro, MA

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $19–$25/hour, based on experience

Shift: 1st Shift

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

What You'll Do

As a Metal Fabricator / Welder, you will help fabricate and assemble fencing, gates, posts, frames, panels, and related components using metal, wood, PVC/vinyl, and other materials.

Responsibilities include:

• Fabricate and assemble metal fencing, gates, frames, posts, brackets, and related components
• Perform welding, tack welding, cutting, grinding, drilling, and finishing
• Measure, mark, cut, fit, and assemble materials according to job specifications
• Work with steel, aluminum, wood, PVC/vinyl, and other fencing materials
• Read and interpret shop drawings, sketches, measurements, and fabrication instructions
• Perform accurate layout and fit‑up prior to welding or assembly
• Use tape measures, squares, levels, clamps, and other layout tools
• Operate welders, grinders, saws, drills, torches, and other fabrication equipment
• Cut and assemble wood or PVC fence components as needed
• Fabricate or modify custom gates and fence sections
• Drill, notch, trim, and prepare materials for assembly
• Check completed work for proper dimensions, alignment, fit, and appearance
• Identify and correct fabrication issues before completed products leave the shop
• Perform repairs or modifications to existing fence and gate components
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Assist with general shop and production duties as needed

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in metal fabrication, welding, or a related skilled trade
• Experience with MIG welding or similar welding processes
• Ability to accurately measure, cut, fit, and assemble materials
• Experience using grinders, saws, drills, and hand/power tools
• Ability to work from drawings, sketches, or measurements
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good attention to detail and workmanship
• Ability to troubleshoot fit‑up and fabrication issues
• Comfortable working with a variety of materials
• Dependable and able to work independently or as part of a team

Preferred Experience

• Fence or gate fabrication experience
• Carpentry or woodworking experience
• Experience working with wood fencing
• Experience working with PVC or vinyl fencing
• Structural or miscellaneous metal fabrication experience
• Experience building custom gates, frames, panels, or railings
• Construction or installation experience
• Experience working in a fabrication shop

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work on your feet for most of the shift
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and work in different positions
• Ability to lift and move materials up to approximately 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely operate welding and fabrication equipment
• Comfortable working around sparks, noise, dust, machinery, and other shop conditions

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

• Direct hire from day one
• $19–$25/hour based on experience
• Monday–Friday schedule
• 1st shift, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Consistent daytime hours
• Variety of fabrication projects
• Opportunity to work with metal, wood, and PVC/vinyl
• Hands‑on work building real fence and gate products
• Stable opportunity with an established fencing company
• Great fit for someone with a combination of welding, fabrication, carpentry, or construction skills

If you have experience in metal fabrication or welding and are comfortable working with wood, PVC/vinyl, and fence or gate components , for this direct‑hire opportunity in Middleboro, MA .

Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.