Description: • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings. • Perform welding operations using various welding techniques (MIG, TIG, Stick, etc.). • Fit and assemble metal components using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment. • Inspect and test welded joints to ensure they meet quality standards. • Maintain and repair welding equipment as needed. • Follow safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. • Collaborate with team members to complete projects on time and within specifications. • Other job duties as assigned. Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Certification in welding from a recognized institution. • Proven experience as a Welder/Fitter in a similar role. • Proficiency in various welding techniques and equipment. • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints. • Strong attention to detail and quality. • Good physical stamina and manual dexterity. • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently. • Ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel throughout the shift • Ability to lift up to 50# unassisted
See More Details >>Who We Are Shambaugh & Son L.P., a wholly-owned indirect subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., is a customer-driven, single-source, self-performing construction/engineering firm. We specialize in the Design-Build method of construction resulting in fast-track delivery of the project improvements to our customers. We are one of the largest specialty contractors in the U.S. and the only one with all eight M.E.P (Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Automation, Refrigeration, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection) design and installation capabilities in-house. We perform more than $1 billion of construction projects per year with over 3,000 employees throughout 50 states from our home office in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Our success has been driven by our ability to attract and retain dedicated, knowledgeable and seasoned professionals to become part of the Shambaugh team, as we continue to build on our 90+ year Shambaugh success story. At Shambaugh, we recognize people as our most important resource and it is our mission to produce the industry’s highest level of quality services and productivity on every project in order to develop repeat customers, maximize return on investment, and provide professional growth opportunities for people in the organization. Job Summary Shambaugh & Son L.P. is looking for a Welder. In this position, you will be responsible for using a universal welder to make cuts and welds on steel pipe. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Read blueprints and drawings • Take measurements to plan layouts • Set up welding machine according to specifications • Weld components using semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions • Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety • Test all machine welds to ensure quality • Weld by hand any leaks found in quality penetration die test • Other duties as assigned Qualifications • 4 plus years of welding experience • Read a tape measure • Pipe welding and welding certificates a plus • Be dependable • Good attendance and a positive attitude are critical for this position • Good work ethic and a willingness to learn • Must be able to communicate ideas, thoughts, etc. both verbally and in written form • Must be able to work Saturday (will count against attendance record if missed). • Must be 18 years or older • Attention to detail • Ability to follow directions and communicate with others • Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 lbs regularly • Ability to stand, bend, twist, and walk for 8-12 hour shifts • Ability to pass a drug test • Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companies list open positions here. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR's normal process -- it is probably fraudulent. Shambaugh is deeply committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all its job applicants and employees. We seek to employ qualified persons in all job classifications and to administer all personnel actions affecting our employees without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, ancestry, or genetic information. Individuals with a disability, disabled and other protected veterans and any other characteristic protected by applicable law will be given the fullest consideration for employment in positions for which they are qualified. We also are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability as well as abiding by any and all state and local laws, which in addition to the above prohibit discrimination in any form. #shambaugh #ppf #LI-TS #LI-onsite
See More Details >>Summary : Welds metal component parts of various thicknesses to specified dimensions on simple jobs by performing the following dutiesEssential Duties: Plans job by determining from the router and blueprints, equipment, fixtures, material and supplies needed. Plans sequence to maximize weld time. Sets up job by retrieving equipment and materials as needed. Loads and unloads pieces in and out of fixture (when available) manually or by using an overhead crane or hand fits parts. Positions and clamps pieces into fixture. Operates mig welding machine and may also perform arc welding procedures. Finishes or repairs part by operating various tools such as sanders, grinders, and torches. Performs first piece and in-process inspection by checking dimensions and quality of welds of part per blueprint using calipers, height gage, protractor, and square. Performs routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding machines as required. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education & Experience : High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year of mig welding experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience, basic blueprint knowledge, and ability to pass weld test are required. Language Skills : Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to speak effectively with employees of the organization. Math Skills : Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Skills : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situationsPhysical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch, bend forward at waist; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment : The work environment characteristics scribed here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, and risk of radiation. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loudThis is a non-management positionThis is a full time position
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with a technical school program or apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports over 402,333 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a 2-3% job growth from 2025. In Fort Wayne, IN, welders earn an average of $657.67 per week, with an annual overtime average of $34,195. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $45,000 annually for experienced professionals.
