MIG Welder

Gilder Search Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an experienced Welder to join a Richmond-based manufacturing and fabrication team. The role focuses on MIG welding, with TIG welding preferred, and requires reading blueprints and working with fabrication equipment to produce high-quality welded products.

The candidate should be comfortable in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate safety compliance, and contribute to the production of steel components while maintaining craftsmanship and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Experience with MIG welding is required; TIG welding experience is preferred.
• Experience with metal fabrication and reading blueprints or weld symbols.
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and fabrication prints.
• Strong knowledge of metal fabrication techniques and welding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Weld, fit, and fabricate steel components to specification.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings for projects.
• Lay out, fit, align, and weld components according to specs.
• Perform finishing, grinding, and surface prep on welded assemblies.
• Operate fabrication equipment safely (plasma cutters, torches, grinders).
• Inspect welds for quality and compliance with standards.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

blueprint reading

metal fabrication

welding procedures

math basics

reading tape measures

Tools

Fabrication equipment

Plasma cutters

Overhead cranes

Job description

Welder (MIG/TIG)

Location: Richmond, VA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Overtime and some weekends as needed)
Pay: $19.00–$22.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time

Join Our Team

We are seeking an experienced Welder to join a growing manufacturing and fabrication team in Richmond, VA. This is an excellent opportunity for a dependable MIG Welder or Production Welder who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment while producing high-quality welded products. The ideal candidate has experience with metal fabrication, blueprint reading, and operating fabrication equipment while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

As a Welder, you will be responsible for welding, fitting, and fabricating steel components while ensuring all finished products meet quality standards.

• Perform MIG welding and light TIG welding on steel components and fabricated assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and fabrication prints to complete projects accurately.
• Lay out, fit, align, and weld metal components according to specifications.
• Perform metal fabrication, grinding, sanding, and finishing of welded assemblies.
• Operate plasma cutters, torches, grinders, and other fabrication equipment safely.
• Inspect welds to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with production standards.
• Measure materials using tape measures, combination squares, levels, and precision measuring tools.
• Operate overhead cranes, hoists, and other material handling equipment.
• Load, move, and organize materials throughout the production area.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow OSHA regulations and all company safety procedures.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing welding and fabrication duties.
• Assist with additional production and manufacturing responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Welder, MIG Welder, Production Welder, or Fabricator required.
• Experience with MIG welding is required; TIG welding experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, fabrication, or production environment.
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and weld symbols.
• Strong knowledge of metal fabrication techniques and welding procedures.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely operate grinders, plasma cutters, torches, overhead cranes, and hand tools.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Basic math skills and the ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds independently and over 100 pounds with assistance.
• Stand and walk throughout the entire shift on concrete floors.
• Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach.
• Work safely around moving machinery, welding equipment, and airborne particles.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including welding helmet, gloves, steel‑toe boots, hearing protection, respirators, and protective clothing.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Overtime available and some weekends required based on production needs

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay of $19.00–$22.00 per hour
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule
• Overtime opportunities
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to grow your welding and fabrication career

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