Structural Steel Fabricator-Welder

Rubb Inc; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Company-subsidized medical insurance

Affordable dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Up to two weeks of paid time off

Job summary

Rubb Inc in Sanford, ME is seeking an experienced Welder to weld and assemble steel components that form part of our fabric buildings. You will operate MIG welding equipment as part of our manufacturing team, focusing on quality, precision, and durable assemblies.

The role requires a solid foundation in welding/fabrication concepts, with at least 1 year of experience, blueprint literacy, and a commitment to safe, efficient production in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Solid welding/fabrication concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Minimum 1 year welding experience required.
• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.
• Willingness to work overtime and maintain attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding duties using the GMAW process.
• Weld components in flat and horizontal positions.
• Operate cutting machines, grinders, and drills.
• Inspect materials and ensure conformance with specs.
• Fit and weld parts to form complete assemblies from blueprints.
• Maintain safety, quality, and production standards.

Skills

Welding/Fabrication knowledge

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

OT willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Fabrication tools

Job description

Description

Rubb designs and manufactures fabric buildings for a wide range of applications. From the structural steel frame to the finished fabric cover, our buildings are made by a team of skilled people who take pride in quality, craftsmanship, and creating products built to perform.

Help build something you can be proud of.

As a Welder, you’ll play an important role in creating the structural steel framework at the heart of Rubb’s buildings. Working as part of our manufacturing team, you’ll use MIG welding to weld and assemble steel components that become part of our finished structures.

This is a hands‑on skilled manufacturing role where quality, precision, and attention to detail matter. You’ll work with steel, welding equipment, and fabrication tools to turn individual components into finished assemblies, with the satisfaction of seeing your work become part of a completed Rubb building.

We’re looking for candidates with a solid foundation in MIG welding who are ready to put their skills to work in a manufacturing environment while continuing to learn and grow.

If you take pride in your workmanship, enjoy working with your hands, and want to see tangible results from what you build, this could be a great opportunity to put your welding skills to work as part of the Rubb team.

Rubb offers a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees and their families, including:

• 401(k) with company match
• Company-subsidized medical insurance
• Affordable dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Up to two weeks of paid time off during your first year of employment

Schedule:

• Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM as required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and lifting.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Lift, carry, push, and/or pull 1 – 70lbs frequently.
• Squat/kneel, bend/stoop, twist/turn, grasp/reach overhead and outward frequently.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced industrial environment while wearing vision and hearing protection, steel toed shoes, gloves and any other required protective equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform welding duties using the GMAW process.
• Weld components in flat & horizontal positions.
• Operate machinery and equipment such as cutting machines, grinders, and drills
• Examine materials and work piece for defects and ensure conformance with specifications.
• Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete assemblies following blueprint and layout specifications.
• Perform assigned work to production and quality standards.
• Make routine decisions and problem‑solving techniques to resolve any issues that may arise.
• Report and document any material, production, or quality issues
• Maintains logs of inventory traceability.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on related equipment and keep the logbooks up to date.
• Safely operate a forklift to handle and position material and completed product.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by adhering to company safety standards and procedures

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a strong knowledge/background of welding/fabrication concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Minimum 1 year welding experience is required.
• Keen attention to detail is required.
• Ability to work with the metric system.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and shop drawings/layouts.
• Ability to safely operate a fork truck.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Commitment toward quality, safety, and continual improvement.
• Understanding and support of company policies and procedures.
• Excellent attendance with ability to work frequent overtime.
• Must be able to demonstrate Welding ability/skill during assessment (interview)

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties & responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties & responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Rubb is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background checks and pre-employment physical.