Welder/Fabricator in Great Falls

Energy Jobline ZR; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Sletten Construction is seeking a Welder/Fabricator to support construction projects in Great Falls, MT. The role involves welding on site and in the shop, assisting crews, and ensuring workmanship meets project specs.

You will read weld plans, identify fittings, manage materials, and keep records. The position requires reliability, safety, and the ability to travel as needed, with a pre-employment drug test and weld test.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a Welder/Fabricator.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and a weld test.
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques and plan reading.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks on construction sites and in the shop.
• Unload, stack, and organize steel materials.
• Maintain daily logs and materials usage.
• Communicate effectively with team members, vendors, and clients.
• Work with Foreman to troubleshoot issues and perform equipment repair.
• Ensure welds meet standards and identify defects.
• Assist other craft workers as needed.
• Adhere to safety policies and production goals.

Skills

Welding techniques

Plan reading

Layout & fit-up

Communication

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSletten Construction is looking for Welder/Fabricators to support current construction projects. The Welder is
responsible for assisting the shop and construction teams to complete projects requiring welding and other tasks.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test as well as a weld test.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing welding tasks on construction sites as well as in the shop
• Utilize equipment to unload, stack, and organize steel materials
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including daily logs and materials usage
• Effectively communicate with team members, vendors, and clients
• Work with Foreman to troubleshoot and resolve any issues that may arise
• Perform equipment repair
• Ensure welds meet required standards and specifications
• Identify and correct any defects or deficiencies
• Assist other craft workers as needed
• Must work quickly, productively, and safely without error and consistently meet the production
• goals as set by the Foreman, Superintendent, or Project Manager.
• Must consistently produce quality workmanship as judged by company standards
• Must comply with all company safety and personnel policies

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a drug screening
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Welder/Fabricator
• Strong knowledge of welding techniques, including plan reading, weld symbol identification, layout, fitting, and welding
• Experience with a variety of welding processes (e.g., FCAW-G, FCAW-S, GMAW, SMAW, PAC, OAC)
• Must be over 18
• Must be able to occasionally lift and carry 80 lbs.
• Must be able to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, lift overhead, work at heights, walk/work in rough terrain in order to access equipment, tools, materials, and jobsite in order to complete work.

Additional Information

• EOE, M/F/D/V welcomed to apply
• This role is signatory the Operators Engineers Union
• Work environment is changing and will be both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Travel is required