• Typical work week is Monday through Thursday, 5am-3:30pm • Two years previous experience, General knowledge of standard welding process and practices. • Machinery experience a plus (Press Brake, CNC Plasma, Shear, Ironworker, Rollers, Benders ,etc) • Fitter/Fabrication of various types of metal requiring cutting, welding, and finishing Hiring Requirements: • Subject to a background check and a Saliva (oral) drug screening • Strong work ethic, good attendance history, ability to work an early morning, 10 hour shift. Overtime when required / necessary • Mininum 2 yrs Welding Experience General Physical Requirements: • MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT HEAVY WEIGHT (50+ pounds), • STAND FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME • BEND, TWIST, AND KNEEL CONTINUOUSLY • WILLINGNESS TO WORK IN A PARTIALLY EXPOSED ENVIRONMENT Position Requirements • Experience welding, brazing and cutting using gas and electric welding equipment. • Read and understand fabrication drawings (blueprint) and weld symbols. • Maintain a safe work area • Wear protective equipment at all times while working • Clean and prepare surfaces to be welded, set-up assemble and tac-weld parts • Assist in cutting and finishing parts as required • Maintain equipment and keep work area clean • Inspect personal work for accuracy • Follow quality control procedures • Verify proper parts and materials used • Verify dimension and quantities match fabrication drawings • Enter project work hours on work orders and time cards
See More Details >>Top Job Located in Mesa, AZ Salary: $30 Key Responsibilities- 3G Welders must possess and use strong focus and technique to be successful. When weld symbols on drawings are unclear, it should be made known to the Foreman and/or the Quality Control Checker right away so clarity can be determined to keep the project moving accurately. It is important that Fabrication Welders be able to work closely with their Foreman, the Quality Control Checker, Fabrication Fitters and Fabrication Material Handlers. • Must be able to read, understand and interpret structural steel drawings. • Must have 3G certs. • Communicate with Foreman/Leadman and QC. • Have the mathematical skills to accurately fit. • Follow welding procedures. • Must be certified or able to pass a weld test. • Must be competent riggers able to operate heavy loads on overhead cranes. • Should work systematically so QC can check jobs in a prioritized fashion. • Follow company safety guidelines, procedures, and policies. • Must be willing to work overtime and Saturdays as needed. • Strong teamwork. • Have essential tools. Skills Required- Fabrication Welders must be able to certify in order to promote good quality. A 3G certification is required. He or she must be able to bend, stoop, squat, stand and lift at least 50 pounds with regularity and perform their duties in accordance with safe Physical Responsibilities- He or she must be able to bend, stoop, squat, stand and lift at least 50 pounds with regularity and perform their duties in accordance with safe practices established by OSHA. Fabrication Welders must be able to recognize weld symbols on drawings Expected Results- The Primary function of a Fabrication Welder is to perform structural welding according to weld symbols identified on provided drawings. The goal is accuracy, quality and efficiency to meet deadlines and keep clients happy. The standard hours of work are 2-3 Years' Experience Required #2105ST Express Office: Mesa 849 North Dobson Road Suite 107 Mesa, AZ 85201
See More Details >>The Energy Resources Department is excited to offer a hiring bonus for individuals newly hired as a Gas System Welder. New Gas System Welders may be eligible for a $4,200 incentive at the conclusion of Initial City Probation. To receive the bonus, a Gas System Welder must work for one year in the original hire assignment and receive a successful performance evaluation. First review of applications will be Tuesday, September 2, 2025, and weekly thereafter as needed. A Gas System Welder is responsible for welding steel gas lines using electric arc welding equipment; fusing polyethylene (PE) 2406 pipe for the construction, maintenance, and repair of the City's gas utility system; and for assisting in the manual and technical aspects of gas line construction, maintenance, or repair activities. This work requires strict conformance to City of Mesa welding and fusion specifications and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations governing the natural gas industry. An employee in this class must be certified annually in the use of arc welding equipment and PE pipe fusion and must demonstrate competency at any other time as may be required by the City to be retained in this class. Since much of the work of this class is performed on pressurized lines, there is considerable potential for exposure to hazardous conditions. Welding is usually done in a confined space requiring awkward body positioning and may be performed under a variety of adverse weather conditions. Employees in this class must be certified as PE fusers as well as arc and gas welders. This position is also responsible for performing related duties as required. An employee in this class is required to use appropriate safety equipment and follow safety procedures in performing assignments. This class is subject to emergency call-out and must be available for stand-by, as required. Although welds and fusion joints are inspected by a Gas System Inspector, and daily work is overseen and observed by a Gas System Crew Leader, this class is supervised by a Gas System Supervisor. This class is FLSA nonexempt. Please refer to the link below for the full job description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred qualifications, and essential functions. Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity. Minimum Qualification Required. Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to three years full-time employment as an electric arc welder, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) welder, Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welder, Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welder, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) welder, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) welder, Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) welder, and/or stick welder; OR one year of experience with the City of Mesa as a Field Worker II. Special Requirements. Must possess or be able to obtain certification in Lyco fittings, PE fusion, and electric arc welding within three months of employment or promotion into class. Must possess a valid Arizona Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) with no airbrake restriction by hire or promotion date. CLP holders must successfully complete the City’s Entry Level Driver (ELD) training program, the Third-Party Examiner (TPE) administered skills (driving) test, and obtain a valid Arizona Class A CDL within 150 days of hire, promotion, or transfer date. Must obtain certification as a gas system operator in accordance with 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) within three months of hire date. Must meet the qualifications to wear a tight-fitting respirator by passing a medical evaluation in accordance with CFR 1910.134 by hire or promotion date and must maintain certification. Substance Abuse Testing. This class is subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing as outlined in 49 CFR Part 199 for the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) AND Part 382 for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Preferred/Desirable Qualifications. Certification in Lyco fittings, arc welding, or PE fusion; and experience in layout is highly desirable. http://apps.mesaaz.gov/jobdescriptions/Documents/JobDescriptions/cs4101.pdf
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a welder in Mesa, AZ, often begins with a technical school program or apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom instruction. According to the American Welding Society, the demand for welders is expected to grow by 2% to 3% annually, with approximately 320,500 new welding professionals needed by 2029. In Mesa, AZ, welders earn an average of $555 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $600 per week. Trade schools and community colleges in the region offer welding programs that prepare students for immediate employment, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
