As the Welder, you will be responsible for the use of hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products. WE ARE LOOKING TO FILL TWO VACANCIES Two shifts available (7:00AM to 4:00PM or 3:30PM to Midnight). Specific Responsibilities Include: • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. • Independently operate safety equipment and use safe work habits. • Independently layout, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers. • Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications. • Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment. • Weld separately or in combination, using aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, and other alloys. • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind or bolt component parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding. • Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals. • Ignite torches or start power supplies and strike arcs by touching electrodes to metals being welded, completing electrical circuits. • Connect and turn regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure so that desired flames are obtained. • Follow instruction from Production Coordinator to ensure priorities are aligned with the production plans. • Confer and take direction from Engineering and Design Team Members and provide feedback on results. • Move parts, components, and finished goods manually or with work aids including hand jacks, hoists or forklift trucks (once certified). • Verifies and completes job routing by signing router sheet, submitting orders to be closed and parts to be posted to inventory. • Assures that tools and equipment are stored and maintained in a safe manner for proper usage, informs the supervisor of any that need modification, repair or replacement in a timely manner. • Uses a wide range of small hand tools such as hammer, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, sockets, Allen wrenches, etc. • Other duties as needed to meet Production requirements.
See More Details >>Job Overview We are seeking a skilled Fabricator/Welder to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge and experience working with various materials and tools. This role involves fabricating and welding components according to specifications, ensuring quality and adherence to industry standards. The Fabricator/Welder will work primarily in our warehouse, contributing to projects that require precision and attention to detail. Responsibilities • Operate power tools and hand tools effectively for cutting, shaping, and assembling materials • Perform welding tasks using various techniques such as MIG, TIG, or stick welding. • Maintain a clean and organized workspace while following safety protocols on construction sites. • Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently and meet deadlines. • Welding required is primarily aesthetic, not structural. Requirements • Proven mechanical knowledge with experience in fabrication and welding. • Proficiency in using power tools, hand tools, and equipment related to metalworking and wood working. • Knowledge of construction site practices, including safety regulations and codes standards. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce high-quality work consistently. • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. If you are passionate about fabrication and welding, possess the required skills, and are ready to contribute to exciting projects, we encourage you to apply for this position. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Jackson-Cook is currently hiring for the following positions Fabricators (Must be able to read blueprints and fabricate from them) Welders and Iron Workers experience is preferred but not required' Handrail Fabricators and general fabricators Work Remotely • No Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • Overtime Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Tallahassee, FL, often begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing a blend of theoretical and practical skills. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Tallahassee, the average weekly wage for welders is approximately $2,260, with experienced professionals earning up to $10,100 annually. Vocational schools, welding unions, and platforms like AWS offer training and apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with significant earning potential.
