Welder Fabricator Associate

Messer North America, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer North America, Inc. in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking an entry-level welder-fabricator to support the welding and fabrication operations in the subframe shop. You'll learn on-the-job under supervision and build foundational skills.

During a structured 3-year training period, you will progress toward a full welder-fabricator role, with safety and hands-on practice emphasized and opportunities for advancement as you qualify.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Basic computer skills and reading/writing English are expected.
• Willingness to learn and grow in welding/fabrication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Perform welding and fabrication tasks under supervision.
• Assist with fabricating subframes and weldments.
• Assist with breaking down and disassembly of incoming trailers.
• Perform other site tasks as directed by leadership.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic mechanics tool set

Ability to read, write, and understand

Ability to do basic math

Strong willingness to learn

Strong ability to take direction

Strong desire to progress to welder-f

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mechanics tool set

Job description

Messer owns and operates a World Class fleet repair and refurbishment center in scenic Chattanooga, Tennessee, where the team performs maintenance, repair, and refurbishment work on transport equipment to ensure safe and reliable assets for the company.

The core work of the site is to restore fleet trailers to “Like New” condition. In addition to welding and fabrication work, the site also completes assembly, wiring, hydraulics, pneumatics, rebuilding of components, testing, and certification of equipment.

Why Messer?

Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company, and what we do matters because it is woven into ever part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on, to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainable produce the goods our communities depend on.

The true strength of Messer is our people -at every level and in every role.

Join us and take pride in the impact that you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and our lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.

Position summary

Entry-level position that will support the welding and fabrication operations in the subframe fabrication shop.

NOTE: This is an entry-level position. Candidates with limited or basic experience are encouraged to apply. Compensation for this position is progressive; as skills are developed and qualified in the role over a 3-year period, compensation will be adjusted on an annual basis. The selected candidate will be promoted to a full welder-fabricator at successful completion of the training and qualification period.

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Perform individual welding and fabrication tasks on trailers under the supervision of more experienced welder-fabricators
• Assist more experienced welder-fabricators with fabricating subframes and weldments
• Assist the Site Support Technician with breaking down and disassembly of incoming trailers for rebuilding
• Other miscellaneous site tasks and responsibilities as dictated by the site leadership team

Required Skills

• Basic computer skills
• Basic mechanics tool set, or the willingness and ability to procure one within 90 days of hire
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Ability to do basic mathStrong willingness to learn and develop personal skills and abilities
• Strong ability to take direction and input from more experienced co-workers
• Strong desire to progress through the qualification process to full Welder-Fabricator status

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Limited or entry level experience with welding and fabricating, ideally from a vocational school, tech school, shop class, or other instructional program
• Ability to read work instructions, blueprints, and/or flow charts
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Creative thinking mindset to suggest improvements and changes

About Messer:

Messer’s safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive, and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization -the dedication, knowledge, customer focus, and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what makes Messer refreshingly different.

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