Fitter/Fabricator

Ingersoll Rand; Trussville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription plans

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee stock grant

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand in Trussville, Alabama is seeking a Fitter / Fabricator to perform specialized welding and fabrication duties efficiently. This role requires 2+ years of welding experience, particularly with stainless steel, and proficiency in blueprint interpretation.

The position is 100% onsite and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and more.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in welding various materials.
• Experience operating cutting and welding equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized welding tasks with high-quality results.
• Fabricate components using various materials.
• Safely operate welding and cutting equipment.

Skills

Welding stainless steel (316L/304)

Operating MIG, TIG, and Stick welders

Blueprint reading

Operating forklifts

Operating overhead cranes

Education

High school diploma or completion of trade school

Tools

CNC plasma table

Plasma cutter

Air arch gouger

Plate roller

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Details

Job Title: Fitter / Fabricator

Shift: 1st Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm

Location: Gardner Denver Nash - 2150 A E Moore Rd. Moody, AL 35004

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission‑critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end‑markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview

The Welder/Fitter/Fabricator will work under limited supervision and will perform a variety of welding duties efficiently with high‑quality results.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized welding: weld nickel 55/45 wire to cast iron for filler applications, rebuilding or filling in part erosion or cavitation, following technical specifications.
• Fabricate and weld various materials: perform welding on stainless steel (316L/304), mild steel, and stainless plate to cast iron using MIG, TIG, and Stick welding methods.
• Operate welding and cutting equipment: effectively use welding machines (MIG, Stick, TIG), plasma cutters, and air arch gougers to meet fabrication requirements.
• Plate rolling and CNC plasma table operation: use plate rollers to shape metal and operate CNC plasma tables for precise cutting tasks.
• Blueprint interpretation and layout: read blueprints to accurately lay out bolt circles, radii, angles, and other precise measurements using tape measures and other tools.
• Material handling and equipment operation: safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts to move and position materials for fabrication.
• Ensure quality and certification compliance: pass weld certification/plate tests and adhere to industry standards for high‑quality welds and materials.
• Collaboration and safety: maintain a clean and safe work environment, work well with team members, and cross‑train to assist and help others in the shop.

Requirements

• Welding experience and skills: 2+ years of experience in welding, with the ability to weld stainless steel (316L/304), mild steel, and stainless plate to cast iron using MIG, TIG, and Stick welding techniques.
• Welding equipment proficiency: 2+ years of experience operating and maintaining various welding and cutting equipment, including MIG and Stick welders, TIG welder, plasma cutter, air arch gouger, plate roller, and CNC plasma table.
• Blueprint interpretation and layout skills: 2+ years of experience reading/interpreting blueprints and accurately laying out bolt circles, radii, degrees, and angles, as well as reading a tape measure for precise measurements.
• At least 1 year of experience operating a forklift.
• At least 1 year of experience operating an overhead crane.

Core Competencies

• Ability to use standard problem‑solving methods (e.g., 5 Whys) as trained.
• Ability to effectively share information about job duties in one‑on‑one and small group situations with supervisors, customers, clients, and other employees.
• Certification and safety: ability to pass a weld certification/plate test, demonstrate safe operation of overhead cranes and forklifts, and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Preferences

• Team collaboration and communication: strong ability to work well with others in a team‑oriented environment and communicate effectively to complete projects efficiently.
• High school diploma, GED, or completion of trade school preferred.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

• This position will be based 100% onsite at our Moody, AL facility.

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well‑being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options such as medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology‑driven excellence in mission‑critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.