Welder Fabricator

TopSide Marinas; Galena (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

TopSide Marinas is hiring a Welder to assemble and fabricate dock structures. You will read blueprints, source materials, measure and cut to specs, and weld using correct procedures.

The role requires lifting up to 75 lbs and comfort with heights, plus a focus on safety and hospitality in a marina environment. We value teamwork and customer service, and prefer candidates with MIG welding and shop fabrication exposure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years welding experience with steels.
• Ability to read weld symbols and follow blueprints.
• MIG welding and shop fabrication experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and push up to 75 lbs.
• Comfortable with working at elevated heights.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with team members and customers.
• Must be willing to obtain boaters safety licenses.
• Forklift certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand blueprints prior to starting a project.
• Source the materials to be used in the project.
• Measure and cut materials to specifications.
• Weld materials using the correct weld procedures to join metals.
• Check finished work to ensure it falls within blueprint tolerances.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and push up to 75 lbs.
• Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.
• Need to be comfortable with working at elevated heights.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

MIG welding

Teamwork

Customer service

Safety awareness

Forklift operation

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Career Opportunities with TopSide Marinas

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Reports to:

General Manager/Assistant General Manager/Project manager /Project Lead

The Welder is responsible for the assembly and fabrication of all dock structures and components. This position requires the team member to work 5 days per week and 8 hours per day. Seasonal schedule changes may take place at management discretion.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Read and understand blueprints prior to starting a project
• Source the materials to be used in the project
• Measure and cut materials to specifications
• Weld materials using the correct weld procedures to join the metals together
• Check finished work to ensure it falls within the tolerances marked on the blueprints
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area
• Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered
• Must be able to lift, carry, and push up to 75 lbs
• Perform other duties as assigned or apparent
• Need to be comfortable with working at elevated heights

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• Act with the highest level of integrity and maintain a positive attitude
• High school diploma or GED required
• 2+ years of welding experience with steels
• Thorough understanding machines and tools used in welding
• MIG welding and shop fabrication experience preferred but not required
• Ability to read weld symbols and follow blueprints
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments
• Manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work
• Must be friendly to all customers and team members
• Strong passion for providing excellent hospitality and customer service
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all marina operations to be able to assist at all times
• Adaptable to work composed of a variety of different tasks
• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time despite interruptions
• Ability to make independent decisions and determine the appropriate course of action
• Professional conduct and excellent interpersonal and communication skills with team members, customers, tenants, vendors, and government personnel
• Strong work ethic, personal commitment and self-motivation
• Ability to work in a team environment to achieve team, department, and company goals
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Must have or be willing to obtain boaters safety licenses
• Must be able to safely operate forklift and obtain forklift certification
• Must have availability to be on call for emergency scenarios after normal hours of operation

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs
• Ability to work comfortably around water
• Ability to work in tight spaces
• Ability to work at heights of up to 30 feet
• Stand, sit, walk, push, pull, climb, crawl, bend, kneel, squat, twist, reach, grasp

Company Summary:

TopSide Marinas was cofounded in 2020 as a family-owned company that acquires, owns, and operates high-quality marinas across the country. Our mission is to foster a high-quality environment where our members and guests can create lifelong memories, relax, enjoy life, and be healthy. Each of our marinas provide exceptional service, hospitality, and enthusiasm to serve your needs on and off the water. We want our members and guests to feel right at home. We care about the property’s team members by providing competitive wages, excellent healthcare coverage, and supporting a hospitable culture.