Metal Fabrication Welder — Training Systems Manufacturing

FAAC Incorporated; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Career development and cross-training

Defense/training sector projects

Job summary

Milo Live in North Las Vegas is seeking an experienced welder to transform prints into mission-ready steel structures for defense and training projects. You’ll join, cut, and finish components to exact specs using MIG, TIG, and other processes.

You’ll work hands-on in a fast-paced production environment, read blueprints, maintain quality, and contribute to safety and throughput improvements while upholding rigorous standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must pass pre-screening drug test and background check.
• Must pass welding test prior to hire.
• English fluency for on-floor communication.

Responsibilities

• Join, cut, and finish steel components using MIG/GMAW, TIG/GTAW, SMAW, and FCAW to meet specs.
• Interpret blueprints and weld symbols to build exact assemblies.
• Create jigs/fixtures to hold tolerances on large-scale parts.
• Select processes and parameters based on metallurgy and project goals.
• Measure with calipers and micrometers to ensure tight tolerances.
• Operate forklifts and material handling safely.
• Suggest process improvements to boost throughput while maintaining safety.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Precision Measurement

Physical Stamina

Independent Work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MIG certification (1-inch, all positions)

OSHA 10 Certification

Tools

MIG Welder

Plasma Cutter

Oxy-fuel Torch

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape Measure

Job description

• Plasma cutter

Do you take pride in flawless beads, tight tolerances, and clean layouts? At Milo Live in North Las Vegas, you’ll transform prints into mission-ready steel structures for live fire training systems, modular ranges, and custom HVAC integrations that serve military and law enforcement teams nationwide.

What you’ll do

• Join, cut, and finish steel components using MIG/GMAW, TIG/GTAW, SMAW, and FCAW to meet stringent specs.
• Decode blueprints, shop drawings, and weld symbols—and build exactly what’s on paper.
• Create and use jigs/fixtures to hold tolerances on complex, large-scale assemblies.
• Choose processes, consumables, and parameters based on metallurgy and project goals.
• Measure with calipers/micrometers; perform precise layout and high-quality finishing.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely.
• Offer ideas to refine products and improve throughput without compromising safety.

What you bring

• 2–3 years of professional welding experience with strong independent work habits.
• Blueprint reading expertise and comfort with technical documentation.
• Proficiency using precision measuring tools and maintaining quality standards.
• Understanding of metallurgy and a range of welding techniques.
• Physical readiness for hands‑on fabrication in a production environment.

Education and hiring criteria

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must pass pre-screening drug test and background check
• Must pass the welding test prior to being hired
• Complete the application process and in-house welding test.
• English fluency for reading, writing, and speaking on the floor.

Credentials and process mastery

• MIG certification (1-inch, all positions).
• GMAW, SMAW, FCAW (steel) in flat, horizontal, and vertical positions.
• Welding setup, machine operation, and parameter selection.
• Ability to interpret weld symbols and use a tape measure with absolute accuracy.

Tools and tech you’ll touch

• MIG Welder
• Plasma cutter
• Oxy‑fuel cutting torch
• Assorted grinders
• Calipers and micrometers

Physical demands and safety

• Lift 50–75 lbs as needed, safely.
• Excellent hand–eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bring your own PPE: welding helmet, leather protective wear, steel‑toed boots.

Nice to have

• Forklift operation experience (5,000 lb. capacity).
• Strong hand and power tool skills; personal hand grinder ownership (preferred).
• Curiosity to cross‑train and expand your skill set.

Proficiencies we value

• OSHA 10‑Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
• Welding Setups for Production
• Tape Measure Reading
• Blueprint Reading

Grow with us

• Competitive pay aligned to experience.
• Fast‑moving, varied work with real‑world impact.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Career development and cross‑training opportunities.
• Build specialized products for the defense and training sectors.

With over two decades in specialized manufacturing, Milo Live offers the platform to master your craft and contribute to projects that matter.

Milo Live is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)