Welder/Fabricator (Miscellaneous)

Shepard Steel Co. Inc.; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Paid time off for holidays and birthdays

Job summary

A reputable structural fabrication company in Newington, CT, is seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join their skilled team. The role requires interpreting drawings, executing welding tasks, and operating relevant tools to meet project specifications. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, valid welding certification, and the physical capability to perform tasks effectively. This full-time position offers competitive salary, health benefits, and ample vacation time, ensuring a supportive workplace for any aspiring tradesperson.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid welding certification.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and standards.
• Physically capability required for lifting and standing.
• English language proficiency.
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and written instructions to perform tasks.
• Perform various types of welding based on project needs.
• Set up and operate tools commonly used in welding.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or horizontal positions.
• Tack-weld or weld assemblies as needed.
• Use hand and power tools common to welding.
• Analyze procedures from blueprints to plan layout and welding operations.
• Chip/grind off excess weld, slag, or spatter.
• Prepare surfaces to be welded, removing rust/grease.
• Mark material with job numbers and identifiers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Use of measuring tools

Welding certification

English proficiency

Lifting capability (70 lbs)

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Our Company Is Looking For An Experienced Welder/Fabricator.

Sherpaw Steel is a structural steel and miscellaneous fabrication company that has been an integral part of the Connecticut construction landscape for over 65 years. With a staff of approximately 100 talented professionals, we are carrying out the company’s proud tradition of meeting the structural and miscellaneous steel requirements of customers throughout all Southern New England and Eastern New York State. We fabricate approximately 12,000 tons of steel annually and have invested heavily in state-of-the-art fabrication equipment in recent years.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, and other written instructions and diagrams to perform task at hand.
• Perform FCAW and other types of welding based on project needs.
• De-bur and grind metal as necessary to achieve proper surface texture per job specifications.
• Welds components in flat, vertical, or horizontal positions.
• Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using welding equipment.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding and fabrication trade.
• Analyze welding procedures, blueprints, sketches and work orders to plan layout, assembly, and perform welding operations.
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or spatter, using hand scrapers or power chippers, portable grinders, or arc-cutting equipment.
• Prepare all material surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there is no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter.
• Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Machine Operator Required Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to use measuring tools such as tape measures, squares, etc.
• Current and valid certification
• Must be able to pass a welding test
• Ability to speak, read and write in English
• Valid driver’s license
• Physically capable of lifting/pushing/pulling 70 pounds unassisted
• Physically capable of bending/twisting as well as standing for long periods of time
• Able to work well with minimal supervision as well as with other technicians
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures
• Self‑motivated, detail oriented and has a positive attitude
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Must be willing to submit a drug test and background check

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on skill set)
• Health Insurance (includes annual vision exam)
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match / Profit Sharing
• 1st Shift Monday – Friday (Additional overtime as required)
• Full Time Position
• Vacation / Holidays / Earned Days / Birthdays

SHEPARD STEEL IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER