Field Welder: Structural Steel & Iron Erection Expert

Robar Enterprises, Inc.; Hesperia (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Ironworks in Hesperia, CA is seeking motivated full-time Field Welders to weld on structural iron and steel erection. You’ll read blueprints, set up layouts, and work with GTAW/GMAW welding in multiple positions.

The role requires 1+ year fabrication experience, 2+ years as a structural erector, and a valid driver’s license. Forklift/Boom Lift certs are a plus. Non-union shop with OSHA safety in focus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• MIG, TIG, or Stick welding experience.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in fabrication.
• Must be able to read blueprints/plans.
• Knowledge of reading erection drawings/plans.
• 2+ years’ experience as a Structural Steel / Misc. Erector.
• Driver’s License.
• Welding: 5 years.
• Ironworker/Erector: 5 years (Preferred).
• Blueprint/Plan Reading: 2 years.
• Structural Welding: 5 years (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Careful initial planning of the job to be carried out, reading and following erection drawings/plans.
• Using cranes to lift and guide individual steel components into position.
• Knowledge on crane signals.
• Accurately aligning and leveling each steel component into place before bolting and welding them into fixed positions.
• Using mobile elevated work platforms, ladders, lifts as the structure gains height, to access sections off the ground.
• Laying metal decking, and installing safety railing as the structure is built up.
• Health and safety is very important, so strict adherence to OSHA guidelines are a must.
• Regular use of a variety of both hand-held and motorized tools and machinery.
• Standing for extending periods of time is common.
• Lifting of up to 50 pounds is required.
• Lays-out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies using measuring tools.
• Tack welds or welds components using GTAW or GMAW techniques.
• Inspects components prior to assembly against blueprints.
• Cuts workpiece using grinders or shears.
• Be able to weld in multiple positions.
• Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations.
• Equipment maintenance and preventive maintenance.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication experience

Ironworker/Erector experience

Driver's license

Reading erection drawings/plans

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Boom Lift certification

Job description

Smith Ironworks in Hesperia, CA is seeking motivated full-time Field Welders to weld on structural iron and steel erection. You’ll read blueprints, set up layouts, and work with GTAW/GMAW welding in multiple positions.

The role requires 1+ year fabrication experience, 2+ years as a structural erector, and a valid driver’s license. Forklift/Boom Lift certs are a plus. Non-union shop with OSHA safety in focus.