Position Summary We are seeking Fitter/Welders to join our team. In this role, you will layout, fit, and fabricate structural and miscellaneous steel members in accordance with drawings, job specifications, applicable Code requirements, and company expectations. This is a vital role and as such requires a high degree of punctuality and attendance, professionalism, and adherence to safety protocols. Key Responsibilities • Maintain Punctual attendance, consistently meet performance expectations, and demonstrate professional conduct. • Consistently use required PPE and follow safety practices according to company policy and industry standard. Recognize and address safety hazards in all process applications. Report all safety hazards to the supervisor or management immediately. • Use personal and company equipment safely, and inspect and resolve or report equipment issues as they occur. Be organized, coordinated, and maintain a reasonably clean work area. • Read and interpret shop drawings & specifications. • Study and apply job specifications, company standards, and code standards as required with minimal assistance. • Measure, layout, cut, assemble, secure, and weld as needed and allocate time saving tasks to other employees aiding in fabrication. Accurately straighten and camber with heat. • Inspect work and assure shop quality requirements are met or exceeded. • Move structural elements by hand and machine through the use of chain rigging, overhead/jib crane, material conveyor, or transfer stations and other material handling equipment. • Work well with others and know the location of people and equipment in the surrounding area. Confront personnel and work issues in a professional manner. • Support and contribute to ongoing process improvement, maintain a positive attitude, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and teach. Qualifications Required: • Authorized to work in the U.S. and provide documentation upon hire. • Able to read shop drawings, and fit and assemble materials as specified. • Experienced with Flux-Cored (FCAW), Metal-Cored (MCAW), Gas-Shielded Metal Cored (GMAW-C) Welding processes. Must be able to pass a weld test (administered as part of the interview process). • Able to physically perform task requirements including lifting 65 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work extended hours. • Able to consistently arrive ready to work at the start of shift. Preferred: • Experience with structural steel projects including buildings, industrial structures, and bridges • AWS Certified Welder About Us: SME Steel Contractors has provided comprehensive structural steel fabrication and erection since 1992 and is one of the largest fabricators/erectors of structural steel in the United States. Driven to be different from all others, SME is a division 5 company with a commitment to safety, value, and innovation. Visit https://smesteel.com/ to learn more. SME Steel Contractors is a division of SME Industries, Inc. CoreBrace designs and fabricates the industry-standard Buckling Restrained Braces (BRBs). We are dedicated to being the best in the business and our braces are manufactured in the USA. Visit https://corebrace.com/ to learn more. CoreBrace is a division of SME Industries, Inc. Why Join Us? • Health and Wellness Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance. • Financial Benefits including competitive compensation and 401(k) plan. • Additional Benefits including Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, and more. Position Responsibilities:This job posting reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons. Equal Employment Opportunity: SME Industries, Inc. and its divisions (SME Steel Contractors, Southwest Steel, CoreBrace, DuraFuse, and SME Logistics) is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job-related characteristic as directed by law. Employment Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Proof of eligibility will be required upon hire. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • Day shift • Night shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to Commute: • Pocatello, ID 83202 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Pocatello, ID 83202: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>US Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm said, “With what Virginia Transformer is doing, they are at the center of how we’re going to build out the backbone of our clean energy future.” Virginia Transformer is “An engineering firm that makes transformers.” We are the largest US owned manufacturer of power transformers in North America and have supported the reliability and resilience of our country’s electric grid for more than 50 years. We produce power transformers for all application – involving power generation transmission and distribution, and specialty, for industrial, utility and green energy generation. The company is experiencing steady and sustained growth and serves practically every part of US industry from its 4 (soon to be 6!) state-of-the-art North American facilities. We are actively looking for individuals who want to be part of a high-growth company and who want to share in the pride we have in ensuring American manufacturing continues to flourish. Without reliable power, manufacturing cannot operate. That is where we – and you – come in. Join us. Virginia Transformer Corp-VTCU in Pocatello, Idaho is seeking full-time experience welders to work in our fabrication shop. Welders weld/assemble enclosures, tanks, and other structural components for Power Transformers, Switch Gears, Reactors, and other related equipment. Fabrication is based on mechanical blueprint specifications and built to established internal shop standards and/or per the Metal Fabrication Supervisor’s instructions. Job titles: Metal Fabrication Welder (Night Shift) 5 pm to 5:30 am 12 hour shifts, 4 on 3 off, 3 on 4 off schedules. Tasks • Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications, using squares, rulers, and measuring tapes. • Align and fit parts according to specifications, using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars, and hammers. • Move parts into position, manually or with hoists or cranes. • Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications, and using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools. • Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine materials requirements and task sequences. • Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, grinders, and drill presses, to bend, cut, form, punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components. • Lay out and examine metal stock or workpieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met. • Tack-weld fitted parts together. • Lift or move materials and finished products, using large cranes and forklift. • Remove high spots and cut bevels, using hand files, portable grinders, and cutting torches. Qualifications/Requirements • High School Diploma / GED • Minimum 1 year of experience in Steel MIG, Stick, Flux Core or Oxy/Acetylene torch • ANSI Certification • Ability to read and interpret drawings / diagrams and specifications • Ability to lift 60 lbs repetitively • Ability to operate forklift • Ability and willingness to work overtime, evening / off shifts, weekends, and holidays Desired Characteristics and abilities • Craftsmanship – The pride one puts into each and every product they produce. • Maintain Focus – The ability to handle repetition and function under pressure or stress. • Hand – Eye Coordination — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. • Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine to exact positions. • Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. • Near Vision — The ability to see clearly up close. • Multi-positional Welding – The ability to weld horizontally, vertically and, at times, upside down. Tools & Technology • Drill press or radial drill — Magnetic drill presses; Radial drills • Hydraulic press brake — Computerized numerical control CNC press brakes; Straightening presses • Punches or nail sets or drifts — Center punches; Drift pins; Punches • Shears — Beverly shears; Hand shears; Uni-shears • Welding Equipment — MIG, Stick, plasma arc welding and flux-cored • Overhead crane and forklift Location: 3770 Pole Line Rd Building #37, Pocatello, ID 83201Location: 3770 Pole Line Rd Building #37, Pocatello, ID 83201 #IND2 Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $27.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • Do you have ANY felony level criminal charges filed against you in the last 7 years? • Have you previously worked for or do you currently work at Virginia Transformer? Work Location: In person
See More Details >>• Job Overview* We are seeking Welders to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of welding techniques and the ability to work with various materials. This role requires mechanical knowledge and the capability to read and interpret schematics and codes/standards. As a Welder, you will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and repairing metal structures and components on construction sites. • Responsibilities* - Operate hand tools and welding equipment to perform welding tasks effectively. - Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to understand project specifications. - Adhere to industry codes and standards while performing welding tasks. - Rig and assemble metal components according to project requirements. - Inspect completed work for quality assurance and compliance with specifications. - Maintain a clean and organized work area on construction sites. - Collaborate with team members to ensure timely project completion. • Qualifications* - Experience as a Welder. - Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot issues as they arise. - Proficient in basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to welding tasks. - Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures. - Ability to lift heavy materials and stand for extended periods during shifts. - Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Benefits offered by our client: - Vacation time - Health Benefits - 401 K - Overtime pay - Shift differential pay increase Join our team of dedicated professionals where your skills will contribute to exciting projects while ensuring safety and quality in every weld! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 65 per week Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to quickly enter the workforce. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, preparing graduates for immediate employment. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders employed throughout the United States, with projections indicating a 2% to 3% growth in the welding sector. In Pocatello, ID, welders can earn an average wage of $616 per week, with potential for higher earnings based on specialization and experience. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeships provide aspiring welders with the necessary skills and certifications, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $45,000 annually for experienced professionals.
