Welder / Fabricator

Aspen Welding LLC; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

401k or Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aspen Welding LLC in Rifle, Colorado is hiring a Welder/Fabricator to join a hands-on production team. The role requires fabricating, fitting, and welding metal components daily, with the ability to read blueprints and work both independently and with others.

We value solid experience, a strong work ethic, and commitment to quality. Located in Rifle, we serve the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond, offering competitive pay, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on welding and fabrication experience (architectural and structural fabrication).
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, or Stick welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Aspen Welding's standards of quality, integrity, and craftsmanship on every job.
• Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
• Fabricate, fit, and weld metal components to spec with precision and consistency.
• Meet production deadlines while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with shop safety protocols.
• Communicate clearly with shop leads and team members to ensure jobs are completed correctly and on time.
• Inspect finished welds and fabrications for quality before sign-off.

Skills

Welding experience

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Detail-oriented

Education

AWS certification or equivalent

Job description

We are hiring a Welder/Fabricator to join our team immediately. This is a hands-on role in a production shop environment where you will fabricate, fit, and weld metal components daily. We need someone with solid experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to read blueprints. Must be able to work independently and in a team. All candidates must live or relocate to the State of Colorado and live nearby Rifle, CO and must have a valid Driver's License.

Founded in 2011 and located in Rifle, Colorado, Aspen Welding has delivered quality fabrication and welding services across the Roaring Fork Valley, Eagle Valley, and western towns as far as Grand Junction. From structural steel to custom metalwork, we take on projects that demand precision, durability, and craftsmanship - and we deliver every time.

Our reputation is built on showing up, doing the work right, and standing behind everything we weld. We hold ourselves to a high standard because our clients depend on it and our team deserves it.

We take care of our people. At Aspen Welding, our team members enjoy:

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

401k or Retirement Plan

Responsibilities

Uphold and represent Aspen Welding's standards of quality, integrity, and craftsmanship on every job

Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings

Fabricate, fit, and weld metal components to spec with precision and consistency

Meet production deadlines while maintaining a high standard of workmanship

Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with shop safety protocols

Communicate clearly with shop leads and team members to ensure jobs are completed correctly and on time

Inspect finished welds and fabrications for quality before sign-off

Qualifications

3–5 years of hands-on welding and fabrication experience (architectural and structural fabrication)

Proficiency in MIG, TIG, or Stick welding

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to doing the job right the first time

Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team

AWS certification or equivalent is a plus, but not required