Welder/Fabricator

R.J. Watson, Inc.; Village of Alden (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator to contribute to high-profile bridge projects. In this role, you will leverage your extensive experience in welding and fabrication to analyze shop drawings and ensure the precise manufacturing of steel components. This position offers the opportunity to work on unique projects that support the country's infrastructure. Join a growing local manufacturer that values your skills and provides a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid time-off program

Paid sick time

12 Paid Holidays

Employee Bonus Plan

Health Insurance Plan

401(k) plan with company match

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of welding and fabrication experience required.
• Strong ability to read and interpret shop drawings essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze shop drawings and conceptualize steps for manufacturing.
• Weld and fabricate steel components for bridge projects.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Blueprint Reading

GMAW

GTAW

Rigging

Tools

Overhead Cranes

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Are you interested in working on high-profile bridge projects and supporting this country's infrastructure? If so, RJ Watson is a growing local manufacturer of bridge components, and we are in need of a Welder/Fabricator to assist us in our Fabrication department. Every project we take on is distinct, and we need someone who can analyze shop drawings and conceptualize all the essential steps required to manufacture the project using raw steel. Strong skills in reading blueprints and fabrication are crucial for this position.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years experience in welding and fabrication (10+ years preferred)
• Experience in GMAW - GTAW preferred but not required
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings
• Knowledge of steel parts and how best to maintain tolerances when heating/welding parts
• Ability to weld in 2G/2F (3G/3F and/or 4G/4F preferred but not required)
• Use of overhead cranes for lifting heavy components. Familiarity with rigging is also preferred.

Benefits

• Paid time-off program
• Paid sick time - 40 hours accrued yearly
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Employee Bonus Plan based upon Company Net Operating Profits
• Independent Health Insurance Plan to all employees with HSA contributions depending on plan selection. Health insurance is available on the 1st of the month, following the first 90 days of employment.
• Employee paid benefits at reasonable group rates include short and long-term disability, dental and vision, and life insurance. All insurance other than health is available on the 1st of the month, after 90 days of employment has been completed.
• Optional 401(k) plan, with a company match. Enrollment is in accordance with the RJ Watson Summary Plan Description.

Required and Preferred Skills

• Experience in welding and fabrication (minimum 5 years, 10+ preferred)
• Experience in GMAW and GTAW (preferred but not required)
• Ability to read shop drawings
• Knowledge of steel parts and maintaining tolerances during welding
• Welding in 2G/2F, with 3G/3F and/or 4G/4F preferred
• Use of overhead cranes and rigging skills (preferred)

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Civil Engineering