Job Summary A skilled Fabricator Welder/Installer is needed to join a family-run small business. The ideal candidate has 3 to 5 years of fabrication experience with mild steel and aluminum, along with welding qualifications or experience. Responsibilities: • Proficient in MIG and TIG welding processes • Detail-oriented with ability to read shop drawings • Strong teamwork skills
See More Details >>About the Job We are seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator to join our dynamic team in Malaga, WA. As a full-time employee, you will be responsible for fabricating and welding aluminum products to a high standard. Key Responsibilities • Hold a Tradesman Certificate 3 in heavy or light fabrication. • Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate fabrication. • Weld aluminum using MIG and TIG techniques. • Maintain a safe and organized work environment, adhering to all health and safety policies. Requirements • Proven experience as a Welder/Fabricator with a minimum of 3 years in a similar role. • Strong welding skills, including proficiency in MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques. • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and/or diagrams. • Current forklift license and experience operating machinery.
See More Details >>In business since 1978, Bethlehem Construction, Inc. proudly maintains PCI (Precast Concrete Institute) Certification. We enjoy competitive advantages due to the commitment of our employees and the control of our certified processes, which enhances the satisfaction of our customers. Bethlehem Construction is in quest of a Certified Welder to our Construction Team in Central Washington. The Certified Welder at Bethlehem Construction works on Construction Job-sites. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Reads blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures, with knowledge of welding symbols and concepts • Sets up components for welding according to specifications • Determines the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements • Ensures all equipment is properly set-up and used in a safe manner and that all safety devices are in use. • Operates and maintains welding equipment. • Prepares product to be welded by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping and cutting steel/aluminum parts. • Fabricates and assembles metal holders, jigs, platforms, as needed. • Welds on equipment, as required • Works with the construction crew in the final stages of the project and welds structures per engineering specifications. • Works with the job Superintendent to maintain construction schedule • Inspects welds for accuracy • Changes welding wire and gas tanks, as needed • Operates fork lift, if required and trained • Maintains portable welding truck • Checks welding supplies and give a detailed list to the Superintendent for ordering • Reports to Precast and Construction Superintendents • Additional duties as assigned by the President, Vice President or Project Managers or Superintendents of Bethlehem Construction, Inc. Qualifications: • Welding Certifications required • Techniques: Arc Welding (may also require other welding techniques) • Positions: Flat, Horizontal, Vertical, Overhead • Ability to read blue prints and a tape measure • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds • Safety conscious • Able to work well with a team • Attention to detail and accuracy • Reliable and highly motivated • Able to work in high places from ladders and lifts • Must have and maintain a clean driving record, in order to drive the Company welding truck In business since 1978, Bethlehem Construction, Inc. proudly maintains PCI (Precast Concrete Institute) Certification. We enjoy competitive advantages due to the commitment of our employees and the control of our certified processes, which enhances the satisfaction of our customers. Bethlehem Construction is in quest of a Certified Welder to our Construction Team in Central Washington. The Certified Welder at Bethlehem Construction works on Construction Job-sites. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Reads blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures, with knowledge of welding symbols and concepts • Sets up components for welding according to specifications • Determines the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements • Ensures all equipment is properly set-up and used in a safe manner and that all safety devices are in use. • Operates and maintains welding equipment. • Prepares product to be welded by grinding, drilling, milling, tapping and cutting steel/aluminum parts. • Fabricates and assembles metal holders, jigs, platforms, as needed. • Welds on equipment, as required • Works with the construction crew in the final stages of the project and welds structures per engineering specifications. • Works with the job Superintendent to maintain construction schedule • Inspects welds for accuracy • Changes welding wire and gas tanks, as needed • Operates fork lift, if required and trained • Maintains portable welding truck • Checks welding supplies and give a detailed list to the Superintendent for ordering • Reports to Precast and Construction Superintendents • Additional duties as assigned by the President, Vice President or Project Managers or Superintendents of Bethlehem Construction, Inc. Qualifications: • Welding Certifications required • Techniques: Arc Welding (may also require other welding techniques) • Positions: Flat, Horizontal, Vertical, Overhead • Ability to read blue prints and a tape measure • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds • Safety conscious • Able to work well with a team • Attention to detail and accuracy • Reliable and highly motivated • Able to work in high places from ladders and lifts • Must have and maintain a clean driving record, in order to drive the Company welding truck
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a welder in Wenatchee, WA, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders nationwide, with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Wenatchee, the average weekly wage for welders is approximately $1,738, with experienced professionals often earning over $2,200 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
