Structural Steel Bridge Code Welder

JGM - USA; Sinking Spring (Berks County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

JGM Fabricators & Constructors in Sinking Spring, PA, is seeking a skilled structural welder to join a high-precision shop that fabricates bridge components. You will perform welds across FCAW, GMAW/MIG, SAW, and SMAW, read weld symbols, and follow WPSs and shop drawings to code. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

The job offers a 5:00 AM start, 10-hour shifts, competitive hourly pay, and a strong benefits package in a dedicated 75,000 SF facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of structural steel welding experience.
• Preference for AWS certifications (D1.1 / D1.5).
• Ability to decipher weld symbols, WPSs, and shop drawings.
• Commitment to weld integrity, accuracy, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Execute structural welds with FCAW, GMAW/MIG, SAW, and SMAW to meet code.
• Decipher weld symbols, WPSs, and detailed shop drawings.
• Perform weld prep, grinding, gouging, and final cleanup.
• Safely utilize overhead cranes, fixtures, and handle heavy plate assemblies.
• Maintain strict adherence to AISC, AWS, and OSHA standards.

Skills

Structural welding

AWS D1.1 / D1.5 certs

Reading weld symbols

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

FCAW

GMAW/MIG

SAW

SMAW

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Structural Steel Bridge Code WelderImagine watching a bridge deck lift into place knowing your welds hold it together. At JGM Fabricators & Constructors in Sinking Spring, PA, our AISC Advanced Bridge Certified shop crafts components for lift bridges, rail crossings, trestles, bus terminals, main spans, and approaches—fabricated to the AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code. If you’re driven by precision and take pride in safe, exacting work, this is where you can make a lasting mark.Compensation, schedule, and environmentPay: $22–$34/hour, commensurate with experience and certificationsHours: 5:00 AM start, 10-hour shifts, 30-minute lunchShop: 75,000 SF facility purpose-built for bridge fabrication; growth-minded and team-drivenWhat you’ll take onExecute structural welds with FCAW, GMAW/MIG, SAW, and SMAW to meet codeDecipher weld symbols, WPSs, and detailed shop drawingsPerform weld prep, grinding, gouging, and final cleanupSafely utilize overhead cranes, fixtures, and handle heavy plate assembliesMaintain strict adherence to AISC, AWS, and OSHA standardsBackground you bringMinimum 2 years of structural steel welding experiencePreference for candidates with AWS certifications (D1.1 / D1.5)Experience in an AISC fabrication shop beneficialStrong commitment to weld integrity, accuracy, and safetyCollaborative spirit with a focus on continuous improvementGrow your career and your futureWork that matters—projects with community impactNon-negotiable safety and quality cultureClear routes to new certifications, advancement, and leadershipWe believe dedicated work should lead to financial security and opportunity—this is a place you can retire fromExplore our Apprentice to Millionaire ProgramBenefits packageCompetitive hourly pay ($22–$34/hr)Medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid time off and holidays401(k) with company matchLife insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramGenerous referral incentivesTraining and continuing education supportShop perksDaily snack and beverage allowanceAnnual safety boot allowance (on-site truck)Annual prescription safety glasses programOvertime availableLunch provided every other FridayWhat success looks likeProficiency in welding setups for productionWorking knowledge of AISC and AWSComfortable operating Flux-Cored Arc Welders and overhead cranesOwn your craft. Build structures that last. Grow with a team that takes pride in every bead, every pass, every project.