Welder

Fusion People Ltd; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Training

Career progression

Benefits

Job summary

Fusion People Ltd in Seattle is seeking an experienced Welder with a background in heavy industrial, construction, or plant equipment to perform welding, fabrication, repair, and maintenance across machinery and structural components. You will join a skilled team supporting customers regionally and ensure equipment is maintained to the highest standards.

You will MIG, TIG, and Stick weld on heavy equipment, fabricate and repair, travel regionally with occasional overnight stays, read drawings,

Qualifications

• Experience with MIG, TIG and Stick welding on heavy construction equipment, structural steel, and machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding specifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on heavy construction equipment and structural components.
• Perform fabrication, repair, and reinforcement work on damaged or worn equipment and structures.
• Work in a field-based role across a large regional territory with regular travel and occasional overnight stays.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding specs to ensure accurate repairs.
• Inspect welds and repairs to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with customers on-site to minimise downtime and maintain equipment reliability.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Reading blueprints

Field-based work

Independent travel

Job description

$26 – $36 per hour + Overtime + Training + Career Progression + Benefits

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Welder with a background in heavy industrial, construction, or plant equipment to carry out welding, fabrication, repair, and maintenance work on a wide variety of machinery and structural components. You will be an integral part of a skilled team, supporting customers across the region and ensuring equipment is maintained to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on heavy construction equipment, structural steel, crushing machinery, excavators, material handlers, and associated components.
• Performing fabrication, repair, and reinforcement work to damaged or worn equipment and structures.
• Working in a field-based role across a large regional territory, with regular independent travel and occasional overnight stays.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications to ensure accurate repairs and fabrication.
• Inspecting completed welds and repairs to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with company standards.
• Working closely with customers on-site to minimise downtime and maintain equipment reliability and performance.

In Return

• Competitive hourly rate of $26 – $36 per hour, with strong overtime availability to significantly increase overall earnings.
• Structured technical training and ongoing development to enhance your welding and fabrication skills.
• Clear progression pathways into Lead Welder, Welding Supervisor, or Workshop Manager roles.
• The opportunity to join a respected international business in a growing industry, with excellent benefits and long-term job security.
• Previous experience as a Welder, Fabricator Welder, Structural Welder, or Heavy Equipment Welder.
• Experience working on heavy construction equipment, plant machinery, mining equipment, industrial machinery, or structural steel.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role with regional travel and occasional overnight stays.
• Proficiency with MIG, TIG, and/or Stick welding processes.
• Ability to read technical drawings and carry out high-quality fabrication and repair work.
• A motivated, reliable, and safety-focused individual with a strong work ethic and a desire for long-term career development and progression.

Welder (791707) Seattle, Washington