Welder

DPR Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction offers an entry-level welding opportunity designed to build foundational skills in miscellaneous metals fabrication and welding under close supervision. You will learn safety practices, material handling, and support for crew operations on job sites and fabrication areas.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and up to 2 years of welding-related experience; OSHA 10 is preferred and must be completed within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Entry-level welding and fabrication tasks with supervision.
• Fundamental safety and material handling training.
• Learn and support on-site crew operations.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation, layout, and fit-up of metal components for welding and installation.
• Performs basic welding and cutting operations under direct supervision.
• Follows safety protocols and maintains clean, organized work areas.
• Supports material movement, staging, and tool setup for assigned crews.
• Participates in training and on-the-job learning to build proficiency in trade practices.
• Inspects tools and equipment for safe operation and reports maintenance needs.
• Works cooperatively with team members to complete assigned tasks efficiently.

Skills

Welding basics

Safety awareness

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Learns and performs entry-level tasks related to miscellaneous metals fabrication and welding under close supervision. Develops foundational skills in welding, safety, and material handling while supporting crew operations on job sites and in fabrication areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation, layout, and fit-up of metal components for welding and installation.
• Performs basic welding and cutting operations under direct supervision.
• Follows safety protocols and maintains clean, organized work areas.
• Supports material movement, staging, and tool setup for assigned crews.
• Participates in training and on-the-job learning to build proficiency in trade practices.
• Inspects tools and equipment for safe operation and reports maintenance needs.
• Works cooperatively with team members to complete assigned tasks efficiently.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

• 0–2 years of experience in welding or a related trade required.

Certifications and Licenses

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification preferred.
• OSHA 10 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers. The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

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