Welder/Fabricator

Sletten Construction Company; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sletten Construction Company is seeking skilled Welder/Fabricators to assist in various construction projects. This position requires performing welding tasks both on-site and in the shop, while ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, be able to pass drug screenings, and demonstrate strong knowledge in various welding techniques. The role will involve both indoor and outdoor work, alongside travel requirements.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Welder/Fabricator.
• Strong knowledge of various welding processes.
• Ability to pass a drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks on construction sites and in the shop.
• Utilize equipment for managing steel materials.
• Maintain accurate work records and logs.

Skills

Welding techniques

Plan reading

Weld symbol identification

Fitting and welding

Safety compliance

Job description

Sletten Construction is looking for Welder/Fabricators to support current construction projects. The Welder is responsible for assisting the shop and construction teams to complete projects requiring welding and other tasks. Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test as well as a weld test.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performing welding tasks on construction sites as well as in the shop
• Utilize equipment to unload, stack, and organize steel materials
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including daily logs and materials usage
• Effectively communicate with team members, vendors, and clients
• Work with Foreman to troubleshoot and resolve any issues that may arise
• Perform equipment repair
• Ensure welds meet required standards and specifications
• Identify and correct any defects or deficiencies
• Assist other craft workers as needed
• Must work quickly, productively, and safely without error and consistently meet the production goals as set by the Foreman, Superintendent, or Project Manager
• Must consistently produce quality workmanship as judged by company standards
• Must comply with all company safety and personnel policies

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a drug screening
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Welder/Fabricator
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques, including plan reading, weld symbol identification, layout, fitting, and welding
• Experience with a variety of welding processes (e.g., FCAW‑G, FCAW‑S, GMAW, SMAW, PAC, OAC)
• Must be over 18
• Must be able to occasionally lift and carry 80 lbs
• Must be able to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, lift overhead, work at heights, walk/work in rough terrain in order to access equipment, tools, materials, and jobsite in order to complete work

Additional Information

• EOE, M/F/D/V welcomed to apply
• This role is signatory the Operators Engineers Union
• Work environment is changing and will be both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Travel is required