Structural Welder (MIG/TIG/ARC) - 4/10s + Benefits

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Holiday Pay

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan

Vision/Eyewear Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is partnering with a family-oriented manufacturing company to hire a skilled Structural Welder. You will perform MIG, TIG, and FCAW welds on steel, aluminum, and stainless components, read blueprints, and ensure high-quality welds in a fast-paced shop environment.

Candidates should be proficient with welding parameters per WPS, operate cranes and forklifts safely, and pass a flux-core weld test in vertical position before hire.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in GTAW, GMAW and FCAW welding (steel, aluminum, stainless) materials required
• Understanding methods to reduce weld metal volume, arc time per weldment, rework and scrap, work effort, motion/delay time and other areas of improvement in welding practices
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, AWS codes & standards, mechanical principles and metal fabrication processes
• Able to set weld machines to optimum parameters for work in accordance with WPS
• Familiar with structural steel shop fabrication tools and machinery, including material handling equipment such as overhead and jib cranes and forklifts, is required
• Physical ability to lift, bend, and work in various positions
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to quality
• Welder Qualification Test. Must be able to pass our flux core weld test in the vertical position prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, and FCAW welding on various materials following detailed schematics and AWS codes & standards
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols
• Fit and assemble structural steel parts according to specifications
• Operate cutting torches, grinders, and fabrication tools
• Set weld machines to optimum parameters for work in accordance with WPS
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean work area
• Utilize crane and forklift operations safely for material handling and assembly tasks
• Ensure weld quality meets both internal and industry standards
• Inspect completed work for accuracy, structural integrity, and compliance
• Collaborate with fabricators, engineers, and supervisors to meet project timelines
• Follow all safety procedures and promote a safe working environment

Skills

GTAW

GMAW

FCAW

Blueprint reading

Structural fabrication

Safety focus

Crane/forklift ops

Education

Technical welding training

Welding certification

Tools

Overhead cranes

Jib cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is partnering with a family-oriented manufacturing company to hire a skilled Structural Welder. You will perform MIG, TIG, and FCAW welds on steel, aluminum, and stainless components, read blueprints, and ensure high-quality welds in a fast-paced shop environment.

Candidates should be proficient with welding parameters per WPS, operate cranes and forklifts safely, and pass a flux-core weld test in vertical position before hire.