Welder I: Blueprint-Driven MIG/Welding Tech

Deshazo; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Deshazo in Winchester, KY is seeking a skilled welder to join our fabrication team. The role involves welding, cutting, and brazing metal pieces using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment, with emphasis on safety, quality, and productivity.

At minimum, read blueprints and AWS weld symbols; perform overhead crane and forklift operations; lift up to 50 pounds and stand 8–10 hours. Apprenticeship or a 3-year in-house training is required, with 2+ years of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Formal apprenticeship or in-company 3-year training completed.
• Ability to read blueprints and AWS weld symbols.
• Experience with MIG and flux-core welding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weld, cut, and braze metal using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment.
• Read blueprints and interpret AWS symbols for weld sizes and passes.
• Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and drill presses safely.
• Follow safety rules; lift up to 50 lbs; stand 8–10 hours.

Skills

Blueprint reading

AWS 3G certification

GIT tolerances

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

MIG welding

Flux core welding

Education

Formal apprenticeship

3-year in-house training program

Tools

Oxy-fuel torches

Overhead crane

Job description

Deshazo in Winchester, KY is seeking a skilled welder to join our fabrication team. The role involves welding, cutting, and brazing metal pieces using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment, with emphasis on safety, quality, and productivity.

At minimum, read blueprints and AWS weld symbols; perform overhead crane and forklift operations; lift up to 50 pounds and stand 8–10 hours. Apprenticeship or a 3-year in-house training is required, with 2+ years of related experience preferred.