Field Welder/Fabricator

NoogaFinder; Chattanooga (TN); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 45.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Zusammenfassung

Chambers Welding & Fabrication, Corp. in Chattanooga, TN is seeking an experienced Traveling Field Welder/Fabricator with a strong background in steel erection, structural steel repair, and industrial maintenance repair.

This is a field-based travel position at construction sites, industrial facilities, bridges, and other locations. Applicants must be dependable, safety-conscious, and able to complete welding and repair work with limited supervision.

Qualifikationen

• Mastered Stick/SMAW welding in all positions.
• MIG/GMAW welding in all positions.
• Vertical-up and overhead welding capabilities.
• Structural steel fit-up and welding.
• Welding in restricted field positions.

Aufgaben

• Perform structural welding, field fabrication, and metal repairs at customer locations.
• Erect, install, modify, reinforce, and repair structural steel components.
• Complete industrial maintenance and emergency repair assignments.
• Read blueprints, field drawings, welding symbols, and project specs.
• Weld in Stick and MIG in all positions and inspect work.

Kenntnisse

Stick/SMAW welding

MIG/GMAW welding

Vertical-up welding

Overhead welding

Structural fit-up

Cutting/grinding/gouging

Field repair work

Jobbeschreibung

# Field Welder/Fabricator## Chambers Welding Fabrication, Corp.Chattanooga, TNFull-time$26 - $33/hour### BenefitsPaid Time OffHealth InsuranceDental Coverage### Job DescriptionChambers Welding & Fabrication is seeking an experienced Traveling Field Welder/Fabricator with a strong background in steel erection, structural steel repair, and industrial maintenance repair.This is a field-based travel position. Employees may work at construction sites, industrial facilities, bridges, manufacturing plants, and other customer locations. Applicants must be dependable, safety-conscious, and capable of completing structural welding and repair work with limited supervision.Travel is required approximately 70% of the time. Do not apply if you are unable or unwilling to travel for extended assignments.Required Welding SkillsApplicants must have mastered:* Stick/SMAW welding in all positions* MIG/GMAW welding in all positions* Vertical-up and overhead welding* Structural steel fit-up and welding* Welding in difficult or restricted field positions* Cutting, grinding, gouging, and metal preparation* Repairing cracked, worn, damaged, or failed metal componentsApplicants must be able to pass a hands-on welding test before employment.**Required Experience**Applicants must have previous professional experience in:* Structural steel erection* Structural steel repair and reinforcement* Industrial and commercial maintenance repair* Field welding and fabrication* Installing beams, columns, joists, stairs, platforms, handrails, and structural components* Repairing equipment, machinery, supports, frames, and metal structures* Reading blueprints, shop drawings, welding symbols, and field measurements* Working from lifts, scaffolding, ladders, and elevated locations* Rigging, signaling, and safely positioning structural steel**Primary Responsibilities*** Perform structural welding, field fabrication, and metal repairs at customer locations.* Erect, install, modify, reinforce, and repair structural steel components.* Complete industrial maintenance and emergency repair assignments.* Read and accurately interpret blueprints, field drawings, welding symbols, and project specifications.* Measure, lay out, cut, fit, tack, weld, and install metal components.* Weld Stick and MIG in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.* Identify field conditions that may affect fit-up, installation, safety, or project completion.* Inspect damaged steel and determine the proper repair preparation and welding procedure.* Use torches, plasma cutters, grinders, saws, drills, and other field equipment safely.* Operate or work from aerial lifts, scissor lifts, scaffolding, and ladders.* Assist with rigging, hoisting, aligning, bolting, and securing structural components.* Verify measurements, elevations, alignment, and fit-up before final welding.* Follow AWS requirements, project specifications, and company welding procedures.* Maintain company tools, welding machines, vehicles, and jobsite equipment.* Keep work areas organized and protect customer property.* Communicate project progress, delays, safety concerns, material shortages, and jobsite problems to the supervisor.* Complete assignments safely, accurately, and within the required schedule.**Travel Requirements*** Must be available to travel approximately 70% of employment.* Travel assignments may include overnight, out-of-town, and out-of-state work.* Assignments may last several days or longer, depending on the project.* Must be available for occasional weekend, overtime, emergency, or extended-hour assignments when required by the project.* Must report to travel assignments on time and remain for the full scheduled assignment.* Must follow all company travel, hotel, vehicle, per diem, timekeeping, and customer-site policies.* Reliable attendance and dependable communication are essential.This is not a shop-only or local-only position. Do not apply if travel availability is limited.**Minimum Qualifications*** Documented experience in steel erection, structural repair, and maintenance repair.* Advanced Stick and MIG welding skills in all positions.* Ability to pass company and project-specific welding tests.* Ability to read blueprints, structural drawings, welding symbols, and measurements.* Knowledge of structural connections, fit-up, bolting, alignment, and field installation.* Ability to use welding, cutting, grinding, rigging, and measuring equipment safely.* Ability to work independently and as part of a field crew.* Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.* Strong problem-solving and field-repair skills.* Dependable attendance and reliable transportation to the company’s designated reporting location.* Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.* Ability and willingness to travel approximately 70% of the time.**Preferred Qualifications*** AWS D1.1 or D1.5 welding certifications.* OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.* Aerial lift, scissor lift, forklift, or telehandler certification.* Rigging and signal-person training.* Confined-space training.* CPR and First Aid certification.* Experience working on bridges, industrial facilities, manufacturing equipment, and heavy structural steel.Physical and Field RequirementsApplicants must be able to:* Lift and carry tools, welding leads, materials, and equipment.* Stand, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and work in difficult positions for extended periods.* Work safely at elevated heights and in restricted spaces.* Work outdoors and in hot, cold, wet, dusty, or noisy environments.* Wear welding PPE, fall protection, respirators, hearing protection, and other required safety equipment.* Work around heavy equipment, cranes, moving machinery, sparks, fumes, and active construction operations.**Quality and Safety Expectations**All work must be structurally sound, accurately fitted, properly welded, and professionally completed. Employees must follow company safety requirements, customer rules, project specifications, and approved welding procedures at all times.Unsafe behavior, poor-quality welding, refusal to travel, unreliable attendance, or failure to complete an assigned travel project may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.Chambers Welding & Fabrication, Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment may be contingent upon successfully completing welding, fabrication, and field-safety evaluations.**Pay:** $26.00 - $33.00 per hour**Benefits*** 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insurance**Work Location:** In personYou'll be redirected to apply on the company's website