The Pacific Northwest’s premier steel fabricator, Thompson Metal Fab, Inc., is in immediate need of skilled and experienced Fitters / Fabricators / Welders. Serving the Civil, Hydro, Oil & Gas, and custom fabrication industries. We are an AISC, API, ASME, and WABO certified facility. With over 85 years in the industry, we have a reputation for producing some of the highest quality fabricated products on the West Coast. Thompson Metal Fab is a union shop that offers outstanding benefits for employees and their dependents. Our Local 16 contract includes, but is not limited to: Paid Holidays, PTO, Union Pension Plan, Dental, Vision, and excellent Health Care! Employer pays 0.9% for healthcare. Thompson Metal Fab is a Veteran-owned, privately held company that is signatory to SMART Local #16 Sheet Metal Workers. Each employee is valued for their hard work and dedication to the trade and treated with the utmost respect and dignity. This position is primarily fitting, but welding experience is necessary. Previous experience as a fitter will be prioritized. This position is available for Day shift 6:30AM-3:00PM Mon-Fri, with optional overtime opportunities. Competitive wages and opportunities for advancement. Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities: • *All employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical.** RESPONSIBILITIES: · Lay out, fit, and weld various structural components, including structural plates, beams, etc. in accordance with approved fabrication drawings. · Effectively communicate with management to execute tasks common in the steel fabrication industry in the most efficient and accurate manner. · Collaborate with project lead(s) and/or leadman to ensure the proper weld procedure, type of material, and weld joint are accurately identified for each welding project. · Read and understand shop drawings, welding procedures, and any other instructions for specific projects. · Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease process times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively as part of a team. · Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment. · Welding and / or fitting various pieces to create small to large scale structures and assemblies. · Check work after completion of each operation / task in job, and / or a completed job, to ensure it is complete and accurate per drawing. · Setup of safety equipment and work platforms at elevation as needed. · Prioritize safety and perform work in a safe and efficient manner. REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, EDCUCATION & EXPERIENCE · High school diploma or GED. · 5+ years of experience with FCAW or GMAW welding. · 5+ years of experience in welding carbon steel. · Experience with AWS D1.1, D1.5, D1.8, D1.6 codes. · Experience with Carbon-Arc gouging. · Ability to read and interpret Weld symbols. · Ability to read and understand shop drawings. · Familiarity with all welding positions – Flat, Vertical, and Overhead. Familiarity with 6G welding strongly preferred. · Knowledge of FCAW, GMAW-MC, SAW, SMAW welding processes. · Familiarity with heavy plates and bridge building. · Competency welding CJP welds that are ultrasonically and radiographically tested. · Knowledge of standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade. · Knowledge of occupational hazards and effective safety precautions of the welding trade. · Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, and arial work platforms preferred. · Working knowledge of and competency in the use of precision measuring instruments. · Ability to rapidly change roles / responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment. · Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly. Benefits: o 10 Paid holidays o PTO o Pension o Full Comprehensive Family Health Insurance o Dental and Vision • Veteran-owned & safety-first environment • Overtime opportunities available NOTICE: Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. Disability Accommodations. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact us at 360-696-0811 or careers@tmfab.com. Drug Policy. As a federal Contractor, and by Collective Bargaining Agreement, Thompson Metal Fab prohibits use, being under the influence of, or possession of marijuana and other controlled substances. Safety. Thompson Metal Fab is committed to ensuring a safe workplace for every employee. All successful applicants will be required to follow our Ear, Eye, Safety Toe Shoes, and Hardhat protection requirements in shop areas. Know Your Rights Poster Pay Transparency Poster Job Type: Full-time Pay: $31.80 - $37.21 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Health insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Retirement plan Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Come join our highly skilled team of Fitters, Fabricators, and Welders The Pacific Northwest’s premier steel fabricator, Thompson Metal Fab, Inc., is in immediate need of skilled and experienced Fitters / Fabricator / Welders. Serving the Civil, Hydro, Oil & Gas, and custom fabrication industries. We are an AISC, API, ASME, and WABO certified facility. With over 85 years in the industry, we have a reputation for producing some of the highest quality fabricated products on the West Coast. Thompson Metal Fab is a union shop that offers outstanding benefits for employees and their dependents. Our Local 16 contract includes, but is not limited to: Paid Holidays, PTO, Union Pension Plan, Dental, Vision, and excellent Health Care. Thompson Metal Fab is a Veteran-owned, privately held company that is signatory to SMART Local #16 Sheet Metal Workers. Each employee is valued for their hard work and dedication to the trade and treated with the utmost respect and dignity. This position is primarily fitting, but welding experience is necessary. Previous experience as a fitter will be prioritized. This position is available for swing shift: 3:00PM-1:30AM Mon-Thur, with optional overtime opportunities. Competitive wages and opportunities for advancement. Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities: • *All employees must pass a pre-employment drug screen and pre-employment physical.** Job Description: Understand and be able to perform the following tasks/subjects: · The Production Helper needs to be able to operate the following tools including (but not limited to): grinder, crane (overhead and jib, with appropriate rigging), etc. RESPONSIBILITIES - may include, but are not limited to, the following items: o Set up or take down of a welding station o Sweeping and/or other general housekeeping o Collecting and emptying garbage bins o Collecting and relocating scrap materials o Collecting and organizing/sorting leads, extension cords, air hoses, etc… o Aiding and/or assisting helpers, journeyman, or other production workers as assigned. · Driving the forklift for the purpose of moving welding machines, materials, garbage bins, etc. · Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience: Basic reading and writing in standard English. Ability to perform a repetitive work according to set procedures, sequence and pace 1+ Years of experience relating to steel construction is highly preferred · Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly. NOTICE: Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. Disability Accommodations. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact us at 360-696-0811 or careers@tmfab.com. Drug Policy. As a federal Contractor, and by Collective Bargaining Agreement, Thompson Metal Fab prohibits use, being under the influence of, or possession of marijuana and other controlled substances. Safety. Thompson Metal Fab is committed to ensuring a safe workplace for every employee. All successful applicants will be required to follow our Ear, Eye, Safety Toe Shoes, and Hardhat protection requirements in shop areas. Know Your Rights Poster Pay Transparency Poster Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.52 - $25.97 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Hello prospective employee! We appreciate you taking the time to learn about Farwest and this available position. About Farwest: Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 650 employees located in 7 Western States. As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees. Join a growing, dynamic company with operations across the western US! Learn more at Shift: M-F Days and Swing, several openings Purpose of Position: To weld components by prescribed methods required or as called out on customer’s blueprints and specifications. Meeting quality requirements set forth by AWS D1.1 or greater. Provide instruction for the development of welder trainees. Major Duties: 1. Review blue prints and job specifications with supervisor. Learn to set-up welder current, amperage, and gas flows to the prescribed settings for material being welded. 2. Develop skills required to set up parts that are tacked or fixtured for welding. 3. Weld components together meeting AWS D1.1 standards or greater. 4. Check dimensions and tolerances after welding and cooling. Use industries standard methods to straighten, ream, and debur as required. 5. Provide technical direction and support to welder trainees. 6. Participate in insuring a safe work environment through best practices including promoting of all company safety policies, OSHA guidelines, maintenance of a 5S work station. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent required. Must be reliable, on time and ready to work daily. Must be able to read and interpret blue prints and welding, engineering and material specifications. Must be proficient in MIG, FCAW and tack welding, and standard metal working tools. Must have solid math, dimensional and reading skills, and also be able to use a tape measure. • *Minimum 2years experience. Pay Range: $20.60 - $31.30 DOE, plus $1.25 swing shift differential Bonus: Up to 60 cents an hour paid quarterly for branch safety practices • Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, FSA, HRA, HSA, EAP, company paid Life Insurance & STD, and 3.5% 401K Match • We offer full benefits with options to suit everyone As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check that must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in eVerify and we confirm each candidate’s eligibility to legally work in the US. Farwest Steel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Veterans Hello prospective employee! We appreciate you taking the time to learn about Farwest and this available position. About Farwest: Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 650 employees located in 7 Western States. As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees. Join a growing, dynamic company with operations across the western US! Learn more at Shift: M-F Days and Swing, several openings Purpose of Position: To weld components by prescribed methods required or as called out on customer’s blueprints and specifications. Meeting quality requirements set forth by AWS D1.1 or greater. Provide instruction for the development of welder trainees. Major Duties: 1. Review blue prints and job specifications with supervisor. Learn to set-up welder current, amperage, and gas flows to the prescribed settings for material being welded. 2. Develop skills required to set up parts that are tacked or fixtured for welding. 3. Weld components together meeting AWS D1.1 standards or greater. 4. Check dimensions and tolerances after welding and cooling. Use industries standard methods to straighten, ream, and debur as required. 5. Provide technical direction and support to welder trainees. 6. Participate in insuring a safe work environment through best practices including promoting of all company safety policies, OSHA guidelines, maintenance of a 5S work station. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent required. Must be reliable, on time and ready to work daily. Must be able to read and interpret blue prints and welding, engineering and material specifications. Must be proficient in MIG, FCAW and tack welding, and standard metal working tools. Must have solid math, dimensional and reading skills, and also be able to use a tape measure. • *Minimum 2years experience. Pay Range: $20.60 - $31.30 DOE, plus $1.25 swing shift differential Bonus: Up to 60 cents an hour paid quarterly for branch safety practices • Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, FSA, HRA, HSA, EAP, company paid Life Insurance & STD, and 3.5% 401K Match • We offer full benefits with options to suit everyone As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check that must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in eVerify and we confirm each candidate’s eligibility to legally work in the US. Farwest Steel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Veterans
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a welder in Vancouver, WA, often begins with a technical apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a steady demand for new welders. In Vancouver, WA, welders earn an average wage of $1,400 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $55,000 annually. Educational pathways through trade schools, community colleges, and welding unions provide aspiring welders with the necessary skills and certifications, leading to a rewarding career with significant earning potential.
