Welder/Fabricator - 2nd Shift

Wisconsin Heavy Fabrication; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisconsin Heavy Fabrication in Manitowoc, WI is seeking a Welder/Fabricator to fabricate and weld steel structures per customer specs. The role requires reading weld symbols, fitting parts from blueprints, and adhering to WPS/work instructions.

The position involves training on fitting, quality checks, and safely operating an overhead crane while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Read weld symbols and fit parts from blueprints.
• Follow WPS and work instructions.
• Inspect joints and ensure conformance and weld quality.

Responsibilities

• Read weld symbols and correctly fit parts from blueprints.
• Support team leaders by monitoring and reporting information on projects, processes and problems.
• May assist with estimation by providing input on processes and labor requirements.
• Participate in customer visits and site walks.
• Use blue prints, tape measure, and basic math to verify dimensions.
• Inspect parts before fit and ensure proper alignment and cleanliness.
• Weld flat and horizontal GMAW and vertical flux core as required.
• Operate overhead crane and inspect rigging equipment.
• Follow all EHS policies and participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Read weld symbols

Fit parts from blueprints

Welding (GMAW)

Tools

Overhead crane operation

Rigging inspection

Job description

Summary

Fabricate and weld steel structures and components to customer specifications utilizing applicable WPS and work instructions. This level has additional responsibilities regarding both “fitting” and training.

Wisconsin Heavy Fabrication

IES Infrastructure Solutions

Title: Welder/Fabricator

Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Location: Manitowoc, WI

Summary

Fabricate and weld steel structures and components to customer specifications utilizing applicable WPS and work instructions. This level has additional responsibilities regarding both “fitting” and training.

Responsibilities

• Read weld symbols and correctly fit parts from blueprints
• Support team leaders by monitoring and reporting information necessary regarding projects, processes and problems.
• May assist with the estimation process by providing input on processes and labor requirements
• Participate in customer or potential customer visits
• Use of blue prints, tape measure, and mathematical skills
• Inspect part prior to fit and ensure proper alignment
• Ensure orientation of part is correct
• Visually inspect part prior to fitting to ensure proper conformance
• Visually inspect joint for cleanliness and depth
• Fit parts, while keeping within specification
• Weld flat and horizontal GMAW
• Weld flat horizontal and vertical flux core
• Clean part after welding
• Operate overhead crane; Properly inspect rigging equipment and use proper rigging technique
• Complete operator sign-off
• Record job and section in time matrix
• Follow all EHS policies in order to work safely; fully engage in behavioral based safety initiatives
• Support all continuous improvement initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Job Locations

US-WI-Manitowoc

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

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