Pipe Fabricator

Accelera; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Day shift

Advancement opportunities

Safe work environment

Direct engagement with industrialMach

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Fabrication Associate to join our industrial supply operations. The role focuses on piping material handling, cutting, threading, and assembly, with emphasis on safety and quality.

The position features a daytime shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with overtime and weekend shifts possible. Applicants should have a High School diploma and 6–8 months of related experience, and be comfortable operating forklifts and fabricating machinery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6–8 months of relevant industrial or fabrication experience.
• Proficiency with band saws, pipe threaders, automated welders, plasma cutters, and roll groove machines.
• Able to read a tape measure with precision.
• Able to use gauges to verify product quality.
• Minimum 3–6 months operating a forklift.
• Fundamental computer literacy is expected.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Ability to lift and maneuver heavy pipe materials.

Responsibilities

• Transport and arrange piping materials across the shop floor and yard.
• Prepare and assemble specific pipe orders for clients.
• Utilize forklifts and various fabrication machinery.
• Cut, measure, bevel, and thread piping components.
• Ensure product standards by performing inspections with gauges and tape measures.
• Help maintain a safe and efficient production and shipping workflow.
• Keep the workspace tidy and orderly to support operational flow.
• Collaborate with teammates to help the department achieve production targets.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Cutting equipment

Forklift operation

Machine operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Band saws

Pipe threaders

Automated welders

Plasma cutters

Roll groove machines

Job description

Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Overtime and weekend shifts may be required periodically.

We are seeking a dedicated Fabrication Associate to join a premier industrial supply organization. This position is ideal for individuals with a background in industrial, mechanical, or fabrication-based manufacturing environments.

Compensation

$19.00 per hour

Core Responsibilities

• Transport and arrange piping materials across the shop floor and yard
• Prepare and assemble specific pipe orders for our clients
• Utilize forklifts and various fabrication machinery
• Cut, measure, bevel, and thread piping components
• Ensure product standards by performing inspections with gauges and tape measures
• Help maintain a safe and efficient production and shipping workflow
• Keep the workspace tidy and orderly to support operational flow
• Collaborate with teammates to help the department achieve production targets

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 6-8 months of relevant industrial or fabrication experience
• Proficiency with specialized tools including band saws, pipe threaders, automated welders, plasma cutters, and roll groove machines
• Demonstrate precision by accurately reading a tape measure
• Utilize various gauges to verify product quality
• Minimum of 3-6 months operating a forklift
• Fundamental computer literacy
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety and quality standards
• Ability to physically lift and maneuver heavy pipe materials

Preferred Backgrounds

• Pipe fabrication
• Fire sprinkler fabrication
• Auto mechanics
• Diesel mechanics
• Machinery maintenance
• Automotive manufacturing
• Farm equipment repair

Facility Conditions

• Environment is not climate-controlled
• Expect elevated temperatures during summer months
• High-speed manufacturing atmosphere
• Steel-toe footwear is mandatory

Benefits and Highlights

• Attractive entry-level wages
• Reliable daytime shift hours
• Access to overtime pay
• Opportunities for advancement in a stable sector
• Environment that prioritizes team safety
• Direct engagement with industrial machinery

Key proficiencies include:

• Warehouse operations
• Cutting equipment
• Forklift operation
• Machine operation

Technologies and equipment utilized:

• Forklifts
• Band saws