GTAW Aluminum Structures Fabrication Technician

Contract Industrial Tooling (C-I-T); Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Contract Industrial Tooling (C-I-T) in Indiana seeks an experienced aluminum TIG welder to produce clean, precise welds on both thin and thick materials. You will read blueprints and weld symbols, set up fixtures, and ensure tight tolerances in a safety‑driven shop.

As a full‑time team member, you will perform welds in all positions, document production logs, and maintain equipment. The role offers growth through advanced welding certifications and on‑the‑job training, with competitive pay and

Qualifications

• Experience with aluminum TIG, producing clean, consistent results on thin and thick sections.
• Read fabrication drawings and weld symbols accurately.
• Comfort using calipers, squares, and other measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate aluminum TIG equipment with confidence and consistency.
• Execute welds per drawings, fixtures, and WPS, ensuring repeatable outcomes.
• Perform welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Decode blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions to plan each job.
• Fit, align, clamp, and tack parts to minimize distortion before final welds.
• Check tolerances with calipers, squares, tapes, gauges, and dedicated fixtures.
• Prep and post‑process materials (cleaning, grinding) to enable top‑tier weld quality.
• Hit stringent targets for bead appearance, penetration, distortion control, and dimensional accuracy.
• Inspect finished weldments to meet quality expectations.
• Complete required production logs and quality documentation.
• Maintain welding equipment and elevate tooling issues when needed.
• Uphold all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Tools

TIG Welder

Job description

• Clean, quality‑centric fabrication environment.

Compensation Based On Skill Set And Experience

Imagine this

What if your steady hand and blueprint fluency shaped precision aluminum assemblies every day? What if you could grow your certifications while working on modern equipment in a clean, quality‑driven shop? That’s this role.

Your schedule

• First Shift Hours: 6a-230p Mon-Fri
• Second Shift Hours: 230p-1a Mon-Thurs

How you’ll contribute

• Set up and operate aluminum TIG (GTAW) equipment with confidence and consistency.
• Execute welds per drawings, fixtures, and WPS, ensuring repeatable outcomes.
• Perform welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Decode blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions to plan each job.
• Fit, align, clamp, and tack parts to minimize distortion before final welds.
• Check tolerances with calipers, squares, tapes, gauges, and dedicated fixtures.
• Prep and post‑process materials (cleaning, grinding) to enable top‑tier weld quality.
• Hit stringent targets for bead appearance, penetration, distortion control, and dimensional accuracy.
• Inspect finished weldments to meet quality expectations.
• Complete required production logs and quality documentation.
• Maintain welding equipment and elevate tooling issues when needed.
• Uphold all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

What makes you a match

• Experience with aluminum TIG, producing clean, consistent results on thin and thick sections.
• Solid understanding of heat input, fit‑up, and distortion management.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and weld symbols accurately.
• Comfort using calipers, squares, and other measurement tools.
• Detail‑driven craftsmanship; collaborative and self‑motivated.
• Drive to learn and elevate your fabrication skills.

Preferred background

• Experience in aluminum TIG welding helpful; training available for the right person.
• AWS D1.2 experience preferred.
• Ability to pass company weld tests.
• Aluminum fabrication exposure beneficial but not required.
• Familiarity with fixtures, jigs, precision assemblies, and blueprint/symbol reading is a plus.

Growth & rewards

• Access to modern aluminum welding equipment.
• Advanced welding certifications and ongoing skill development opportunities.
• Clean, quality‑centric fabrication environment.
• Hands‑on role in fixtures and process improvements.
• Career and pay advancement for high performers.

Where you’ll work

Manufacturing and fabrication environment with welding equipment, moving machinery, fumes/airborne particles, and moderate noise. PPE is required at all times.

ADA Notice: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Physical capabilities

• Stand, bend, kneel, and work in various welding positions throughout the shift.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for welding, fitting, grinding, and material handling.
• Lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 75 pounds occasionally.
• Close visual acuity for weld quality and inspection.

Employment details

• Job Type: Full‑time
• Work Location: In person

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Tools & proficiencies

• You should be proficient in: Blueprint Reading
• Machines & technologies you'll use: TIG Welder