Weld Apprentice - American Fan

Fairbanks Morse, LLC; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

American Fan is growing and looking for a Welding Apprentice to join our team. This is a paid, 6000-hour program where you'll work side-by-side with experienced welders, gain real hands-on skills, and build a long-term career in manufacturing.

You’ll receive structured training with clear milestones, daily mentorship, and a defined pathway to a journeyperson welder role upon completion. We offer a team-focused environment that prioritizes safety, quality, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Recent trade school graduate in welding/metal fabrication OR hands-on welding/manufacturing experience (preferred).
• Basic welding and safety knowledge; familiarity with GMAW.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to learning the trade.
• Open-minded, coachable, and eager to learn.
• Able to work on your feet, lift materials, and handle shop tools.
• Embod y the core values of Integrity, Velocity and Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with GMAW (MIG) welding and basic fabrication tasks.
• Set up workstations: gather materials, position parts, and prepare joints.
• Operate basic hand tools and power tools (grinders, wire wheels, clamps, etc.).
• Measure and check parts using tape measures, squares, and gauges.
• Follow safety procedures and use proper PPE at all times.
• Read and follow basic drawings, weld symbols, and work instructions.
• Clean welds, remove spatter, and perform simple finishing work.
• Help with material handling, part movement, and shop organization.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

GMAW MIG welding

Hands-on welding

Safety mindful

Education

Trade school graduate in welding/metal fabrication

Job description

American Fan is a manufacturer of air movement equipment for Industrial, HVAC, Commercial, Marine, and specialty markets. Throughout our history, the quality and reliability of our products has been built upon a solid foundation of unrivaled application expertise and technical leadership. As a small manufacturer who is part of a well-respected international corporation, we are best known for our willingness to design and manufacture specialty air movement products for unique applications. Our sales distribution base consists of a diverse group of knowledgeable agents/representatives. Together with our in-house sales staff they deliver a very high level of customer service.

Job Title: Welder Apprentice Date: August 2026

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Summary

American Fan is growing and looking for a Welding Apprentice to join our team. This is a paid, 6000-hour program where you'll work side-by-side with experienced welders, gain real hands-on skills, and build a long-term career in manufacturing.

You’ll receive structured training with clear milestones, daily mentorship, and a defined pathway to a journeyperson welder role upon completion. We offer a team-focused environment that prioritizes safety, quality, and continuous learning.

If you’re ready to make welding a career-not just a job-this is where you start!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with GMAW (MIG) welding and basic fabrication tasks
• Set up workstations: gather materials, position parts, and prepare joints
• Operate basic hand tools and power tools (grinders, wire wheels, clamps, etc.)
• Measure and check parts using tape measures, squares, and gauges
• Follow safety procedures and use proper PPE at all times
• Read and follow basic drawings, weld symbols, and work instructions
• Clean welds, remove spatter, and perform simple finishing work
• Help with material handling, part movement, and shop organization
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Qualifications

• Recent trade school graduate in welding/metal fabrication OR hands-on welding/manufacturing experience (preferred)
• Basic welding and safety knowledge; familiarity with GMAW
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to learning the trade
• Open-minded, coachable, and eager to learn
• Able to work on your feet, lift materials, and handle shop tools
• Embody the core values of Integrity, Velocity and Teamwork