Metal Fabricator I

IMAGE NATIONAL SIGNS; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

IMAGE NATIONAL SIGNS in Idaho seeks a skilled metal fabricator to fabricate sign parts from plans, cut and weld aluminum and related materials, and assemble components for final signage.

You will read plans, operate cutting and welding equipment, maintain safety standards, and ensure quality through precise measurements and careful finishing. This is a full-time, on-site role in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and diagrams.
• Basic understanding of metal fabrication techniques preferred.
• Experience with metal cutting and welding equipment preferred.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and diagrams to ensure accuracy and minimize material waste during cutting processes.
• Operate metal cutting and welding equipment to fabricate sign parts in line with project specifications.
• Tack weld aluminum of various thicknesses, ensuring strong and precise welds.
• Fabricate aluminum retainers and break shape simple parts according to design specifications.
• Glue angles to substrates to create sturdy and accurate assemblies.
• Maintain quality control and safety during material handling, cutting, and welding.
• Sand, grind, polish, and clean materials as needed; bend, shape, and assemble parts using brakes, drills, rivets, screws, or adhesives.
• Prepare materials for painting and wiring by cleaning, labeling, and ensuring readiness for further processing.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Read diagrams

Tape measure

Teamwork

Independent work

Attention to detail

Safety minded

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Brakes

Drills

Rivets

Job description

SUMMARY

Fabricates high quality metal signs effectively and efficiently which requires knowledge of metal-

working techniques and the ability to work with various tools and equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Review plans and diagrams to ensure accuracy and minimize material waste during cutting processes.
• Operate metal cutting and welding equipment to fabricate sign parts in line with project specifications.
• Tack weld aluminum of various thicknesses, ensuring strong and precise welds.
• Fabricate aluminum retainers and break shape simple parts according to design specifications.
• Glue angles to substrates to create sturdy and accurate assemblies.
• Maintain quality control and safety during material handling, cutting, and welding.
• Sand, grind, polish, and clean materials as needed; bend, shape, and assemble parts using brakes, drills, rivets, screws, or adhesives.
• Prepare materials for painting and wiring by cleaning, labeling, and ensuring readiness for further processing.
• Other duties as required.

TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read and interpret plans and diagrams.
• Basic understanding of metal fabrication techniques preferred
• Experience with metal cutting and welding equipment preferredAttention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to safety protocols.

SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple work activities to meet critical deadlines, as well as working independently.
• Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals in person.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic with an enthusiastic, positive attitude, and the highest level of integrity.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Required to wear safety glasses and denim pants at all times and often Welding shield, Gloves, Welding jacket, Face shield and hearing protection.
• May involve some repetitive motions.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• May engage in frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, and pulling of parts.
• Due to the open environment of the shop, must be able to work in temperature conditions to include heat and cold.
• May be required to stand for long periods of time.
• The worker is subject to high levels of noise. Hearing protection is recommended and required for certain job functions.