GMAW Welder

ZipRecruiter; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for skilled welders to join their team in Everett, Washington. The role involves MIG welding of materials, inspecting quality, and upholding safety standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive metal fabrication experience, certifications, and a strong attention to detail to ensure high-quality output.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in metal fabrication and MIG welding.
• Ability to read and evaluate shop drawings/blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail and a self-directed work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Weld components in various positions using MIG and TIG welders.
• Inspect and measure workpieces for accuracy.
• Adhere to safety protocols and shop workflow.

Skills

Metal fabrication experience

Welding carbon steel

Welding aluminum

Welding stainless steel

MIG welding experience

Ability to read blueprints

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Self-directed

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

WABO Certification

Job description

Job Description

Blessing people through our welding

Key Responsibilities

• Weld components in flat and vertical positions using MIG and/or TIG welders.
• Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind, or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure them with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Handle and move objects by using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify errors, problems, or defects.
• Conform to shop workflow for maximum efficiency.
• Seek to improve or suggest fabrication techniques and tools to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Operate safety equipment and adhere to safe work habits.

Key Skills

• Extensive metal fabrication experience.
• Experience welding carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
• Extensive experience using a MIG welder (Gas Metal Arc Welding) is required.
• WABO Certification.
• Ability to read, understand, and evaluate shop drawings/blueprints.
• Precision and attention to detail.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Self-directed and capable of completing work with limited supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Hardworking, trustworthy, and humble.