Structural Welder

Schnabel; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Union benefits based on affiliation

Job summary

Schnabel, a recognized specialty contractor in Aurora, Colorado, is looking for a skilled structural welder with pile driving experience. The role involves cutting and welding structural steel for underground projects and requires a minimum of 2 years of welding experience.

Candidates should be proficient in using hand and power tools, have an understanding of welding processes, and be able to lift heavy materials. The position offers opportunities for advancement and is governed by local union wage scales.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of documented experience in structural welding.
• Local and regional travel as required for projects.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Unload and assemble pile driving hammer and leads.
• Inspect work to ensure sound welds and structural integrity.
• Maintain a safe job site by identifying and reporting hazards.

Skills

Proficient in hand and power tools

FCAW and SMAW welding processes

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

Reading plans and schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Structural Welding Certificate (D1.1 / D1.5)

Tools

Oxygen/acetylene welding torch

Pile driving hammer

Job description

Company Overview

Schnabel is a nationally recognized specialty contractor with over 65 years of experience in geostructural design-build and underground construction. With a portfolio of thousands of successful projects across the country, we are known for delivering smart, safe, and cost-effective solutions to complex engineering challenges. We specialize in advanced earth retention systems and other innovative geostructural techniques that create stable, lasting foundations for buildings, infrastructure, and other critical structures. At Schnabel, we combine technical expertise with a hands‑on approach to ensure every project starts on solid ground.

Role Summary

Schnabel is seeking a structural welder with pile driving experience to assist with the building of specialty underground structures. Your main responsibility will be cutting and welding structural steel on our projects, including installation of piles, walers, handrails, and other applications.

Our typical scope of work includes installation of piles, lagging, walers, tiebacks, and braces for support of excavation projects. We also take on challenging projects with underpinning, grouting, tunneling, and unique structural support as part of our scope. Candidates who have direct construction experience and familiarity with our company’s traditional scope of work are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Must be proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Unload and assemble pile driving hammer and leads.
• Unload various types of piling – concrete, pipe, H‑piling, timber, and steel sheet piling.
• Fuel, lubricate, and maintain the pile driving hammer.
• Use oxygen/acetylene welding torch to cut steel plates, pipes, beams, etc.
• Proficient with FCAW and SMAW processes, specifically 7018 rods.
• Accurately position and drive piles to the required depth and alignment, to ensure structural integrity.
• Inspect work to ensure welds are sound, structurally robust, and meet safety standards.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, and dust.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of documented experience in a structural welding role.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and schematics.
• Structural Welding Certificate such as D1.1 / D1.5 or equivalent (not required but preferred).
• Focus, stand, walk, kneel, climb, bend, and work from heights or within confined space during assigned shift.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment drug test.
• Local and regional travel as required for projects.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds of materials over rough terrain.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a safe driving record.
• Follow all safety procedures, use proper protective equipment, and help maintain a safe job site by identifying and reporting potential hazards.

Safety

Support the company’s safety and risk management objectives by adhering to established procedures, proactively identifying and addressing potential risks, and contributing to the achievement of safety goals through the use of metrics and continuous improvement efforts.

Don’t hurt yourself, don’t hurt anyone else, and don’t let anyone hurt you; a simple philosophy that has been adopted at Schnabel. We live by this belief to provide a safe and healthy workplace for all our employees and subcontractors.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay will be based on local union wage scales. Schnabel is a union contractor and, as such, the benefits are allocated based on union affiliation. Through hard work and reliability, there are opportunities to advance within the company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Schnabel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. We are an E‑Verify employer.