Welder/Fabricator FCAW - 3rd Shift

Phoenix Fabricators & Erectors, LLC; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Health savings account

Job summary

Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, LLC, headquartered in Avon, Indiana, is seeking a skilled welder for in‑shop fabrication and welding on elevated water tanks and storage containers. You will read blueprints, interpret specifications, and perform welding with multiple processes in a team environment.

The role requires at least 2 years of welding experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and strict safety adherence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years welding experience requested.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret specifications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with shop team under a Shop Supervisor.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain positive work habits.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and technical specifications.
• Use basic math to calculate dimensions and weights.
• Inspect materials before and after welding and perform final weld inspection.
• Operate an Oxy/Acetylene torch and weld using GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW in various positions.
• Grind and gouge metal as needed and operate overhead bridge cranes.
• Apply rigging techniques and ensure welds meet AWS D1.1 and AWWA D100 standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GMAW

FCAW

SMAW

Oxy/Fuel torch

Overhead cranes

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Why Join Us

At Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, we believe that success comes from hard work, teamwork, and growth. Our work is challenging and rewarding, giving you the opportunity to take on exciting projects, solve complex problems, and see the real impact of your efforts. Whether you're in the field or the office, you'll be part of a team that values ambition, skill, and dedication where your contributions are recognized, and your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, LLC ('Phoenix'), founded in 1986 and headquartered in Avon, Indiana, is one of the nation's leading construction companies in elevated water towers and storage containers. Phoenix has constructed over 5,000 elevated water storage tanks throughout the United States as well as several foreign countries. By employing our own field crews, Phoenix offers a turnkey operation through engineering, fabrication, foundation installation, field erection, field coating, and maintenance. Phoenix maintains the industry's highest-rated safety standards and safe working environment, earning numerous 'Tank of the Year' awards from the Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association, American Water Works Association, and Tnemec Industrial Coatings.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Work under a Shop Supervisor and collaborate with shop team members
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain positive work habits
• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and technical specifications
• Use basic math skills to calculate dimensions and weights
• Inspect materials before and after welding
• Perform final inspection on completed welds
• Operate an Oxy/Acetylene torch
• Weld using GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW processes in various positions
• Grind and gouge metal for extended periods when required
• Operate overhead bridge cranes to move materials
• Apply rigging techniques using key plates, bull pins, keys, shims, lifting lugs, nuts, U-bars, etc.
• Ensure weldments meet AWS D1.1 and AWWA D100 standards

Compensation

• Competitive hourly wages based on experience and qualifications
• Overtime eligibility

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Health savings account

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday to Friday
• In-person work location

Position Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 2 years of welding experience