Welder 2 Fitter

RPL Fabricating; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Vacation time

Job summary

RPL Fabricating in Georgia is seeking an experienced Welder II for a small, accountable team. Read prints, handle fit-up, and produce quality welds with minimal supervision in a safety‑driven shop.

This role requires MIG/TIG welding on carbon steel, stainless, and aluminum, strong blueprint reading, independent work, and reliable, detail‑oriented performance in a high‑mix, non‑production environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years welding/fabrication experience (job shop or custom work preferred).
• Strong blueprint reading and layout capability.
• Proficient in MIG welding (TIG experience preferred).
• Ability to work independently without constant direction.
• Consistent quality, attention to detail, and reliability.
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG/TIG welding on carbon steel, stainless, and aluminum.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and shop drawings independently.
• Complete fit-up, layout, and fabrication of custom parts and assemblies.
• Maintain high weld quality with minimal rework.
• Identify and resolve fit-up and fabrication issues on the floor.
• Support production flow and meet deadlines.
• Follow and uphold all shop safety standards and PPE requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

MIG welding

TIG welding

Independent work

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Position Summary

We are hiring an experienced Welder II to support a custom fabrication shop with a strong safety culture and small, accountable team.

This is not an entry-level role. We need someone who can step in immediately, read prints, handle fit-up, and produce quality welds with minimal supervision.

What You'll Do

• Perform MIG/TIG welding on carbon steel, stainless, and aluminum
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and shop drawings independently
• Complete fit-up, layout, and fabrication of custom parts and assemblies
• Maintain high weld quality with minimal rework
• Identify and resolve fit-up and fabrication issues on the floor
• Support production flow and meet deadlines
• Follow and uphold all shop safety standards and PPE requirements

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years welding/fabrication experience (job shop or custom work preferred)
• Strong blueprint reading and layout capability
• Proficient in MIG welding (TIG experience preferred)
• Ability to work independently without constant direction
• Consistent quality, attention to detail, and reliability
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic

Physical Requirements

• lift and carry 50-80 lbs regularly
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and standing throughout the shift
• Ability to work in a shop environment (heat, noise, welding fumes with proper PPE)
• Manual dexterity to operate welding and fabrication equipment safely

Preferred

• Experience with complex/custom builds (non-production)
• Ability to help guide or support less experienced welders
• Familiarity with organized, efficient shop practices (5S/6S mindset)

Pay & Benefits

• Opportunity for growth and increased responsibility
• 1 week paid vacation 1st year and 2 weeks paid vacation after.

Work Environment

• Small team, hands-on shop
• Safety-first culture
• High-mix custom fabrication (variety of work, not repetitive production)

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