Welder

Express Employment International (US); Bend (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment International (US) is seeking a Welder / Fabricator in Bend, Oregon. The role involves MIG welding, reading blueprints, fabricating parts to spec, and maintaining quality while meeting deadlines in a growing metal shop.

We value dependable, detail-oriented craftsmen who work safely and can operate fabrication equipment; this full-time, 40-hour week offers $25-$30/hr DOE and opportunities to grow with an experienced team.

Qualifications

• Welding experience through employment or training.
• Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Strong measuring and layout skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on metal components and assemblies
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders
• Measure, fit, fabricate, and assemble parts to specification
• Grind, finish, and inspect completed work
• Operate fabrication equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain quality standards and meet production deadlines
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

MIG welding

Education

Trade school / welding program

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Laser welding

Job description

Welder / Fabricator

Pay: $25-$30/hr DOE
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 40 Hours per Week

About the Opportunity

We are a growing metal fabrication and manufacturing company seeking a Welder / Fabricator to join our team. We take pride in quality craftsmanship, precision, and delivering exceptional work for our customers.

Whether you're an experienced welder or a recent welding program graduate, we're looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about producing high-quality work.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on metal components and assemblies
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders
• Measure, fit, fabricate, and assemble parts to specification
• Grind, finish, and inspect completed work
• Operate fabrication equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain quality standards and meet production deadlines
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe

Qualifications

Required

• Welding experience through employment, apprenticeship, trade school, vocational training, or a welding program
• Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings
• Strong measuring and layout skills
• Valid driver's license
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Preferred

• Fabrication experience
• Experience with mild steel, stainless steel, or aluminum
• Forklift experience
• Experience with TIG welding, MIG welding, and laser welding highly desirable

What We're Looking For

We're looking for more than just welding skills. We want someone who takes pride in their craft and is committed to producing quality work.

The ideal candidate:

• Has a passion for welding and fabrication
• Takes pride in clean, accurate work
• Has exceptional attention to detail
• Is dependable, accountable, and safety-minded
• Takes initiative and ownership of their work
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn

Culture fit is important to us. We're a close-knit team looking for someone who values craftsmanship, integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We can teach new skills, but we value work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.

Why Join Us?

• $25-$30/hr DOE
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Variety of custom fabrication projects
• Growth and skill development opportunities
• Small-team environment where your work is valued
• Opportunity to learn from experienced craftsmen
• Stable, long-term career opportunity with a growing company

If you're passionate about welding, take pride in quality workmanship, and want to grow with a team that values craftsmanship and accountability, we'd love to hear from you.

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