Welder 1

Kinsley Steel, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinsley Steel, Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking a Production Welder I to perform structural steel welding in accordance with WPS and shop drawings, delivering high-quality, safe, and productive results.

The role involves welding with MIG, FCAW, and SMAW on structural components, reading basic fabrication drawings, and completing fit-up verification. AWS D1.1 certification and ability to complete in-house AISC Fundamentals Training are required.

Qualifications

• Verifiable experience with MIG/FCAW/SMAW welding on structural steel.
• Ability to read basic fabrication drawings and interpret weld symbols.
• Knowledge of Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and quality requirements.
• Ability to perform fit-up verification prior to welding.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, FCAW, SMAW welding on structural steel components.
• Read and interpret basic fabrication drawings and weld symbols.
• Follow approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Complete fit-up verification prior to welding.
• Perform basic equipment setup and maintenance.
• Maintain production quality and throughput standards.
• Follow all safety requirements and PPE guidelines.

Skills

MIG welding

FCAW welding

SMAW welding

Read weld symbols

Read fabrication prints

Tape measurement

Safety compliance

Education

AWS D1.1 certified (1G/2G/3G)

AISC Fundamentals Training (FD-01 through FD-15) in-house

Tools

Welding machines and PPE

WPS following

Job description

Summary

The Production Welder 1 performs structural steel welding operations in accordance with approved welding procedures, shop drawings, and quality requirements. This position is responsible for producing consistent, high-quality welds while maintaining safety, productivity, and housekeeping standards.

Daily Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, FCAW, SMAW welding on structural steel components.
• Read and interpret basic fabrication drawings and weld symbols.
• Follow approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Complete fit-up verification prior to welding.
• Perform basic equipment setup and maintenance.
• Maintain production quality and throughput standards.
• Follow all safety requirements and PPE guidelines.

Successful Candidates Will Have

• AWS D1.1 certification (1G, 2G, or 3G minimum).
• Ability to successfully complete inhouse training of AISC Fundamentals Training (FD-01 through FD-15).
• Ability to read tape measures and basic fabrication prints.
• Ability to safely operate welding equipment and hand tools.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Kinsley Steel, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Kinsley Steel, Inc. is a participant in the Federal E-Verify Program.