Senior Structural Welder & Fabrication Specialist

QTC Inc.; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with employer matching

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flex Spending or Health Savings

Life Insurance

Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

QTC Inc. in Rocklin, CA is seeking a skilled Shop Welder to join a small fabrication shop focused on structural and architectural steel. Responsibilities include fabricating parts, performing MIG/Flux Core welds, cutting, drilling, and painting with emphasis on safety and precision.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in welding, holds D1.1/D1.8 certifications, and can pass welding and fit tests. There is a strong team culture and opportunities for overtime to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of welding and fabrication experience focusing on structural and architectural steel.
• Past or current D1.1 and D1.8 certifications required; weld and fit tests during interview.
• Ability to pass 3G & 4G certification E71T-1C-H8 .045 D1.1 and pass D1.8 restricted access tests.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, fit, and assemble structural and architectural steel components per drawings and specs.
• Perform high-quality Flux Core/MIG welding on structural/architectural steel and other metals.
• Cut, shape, and prepare materials using plasma cutters, torches, band saws, grinders, and drill presses.
• Apply protective coatings and paint to finished products for durability and aesthetics.
• Operate shop equipment safely, including forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Adhere to safety protocols and PPE requirements to maintain a safe work environment.
• Inspect completed work for accuracy, quality, and compliance with project specs.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely project completion and maintain cleanliness of work areas.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment.

Skills

Welding techniques (Flux Core / MIG)

Read structural drawings

Fabrication & fitting

Painting & finishing

OSHA safety awareness

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

D1.1/D1.8 certification knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Plasma cutters

Oxy-acetylene torches

Band saws

Grinders

Drill presses

Forklift operation

Job description

QTC Inc. in Rocklin, CA is seeking a skilled Shop Welder to join a small fabrication shop focused on structural and architectural steel. Responsibilities include fabricating parts, performing MIG/Flux Core welds, cutting, drilling, and painting with emphasis on safety and precision.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in welding, holds D1.1/D1.8 certifications, and can pass welding and fit tests. There is a strong team culture and opportunities for overtime to meet deadlines.