Job Summary:The fabricator will mig, tig, flux core weld, cut, and braze metal pieces and products by using flame-cutting and hand welding equipment.
The following core values are the pillars that have inspired greatness and professionalism within our organization, and they will continue to drive growth and development into the future of our customers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

•  Plans details of work order procedures; gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
• Repairs and fabricates various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment.
• Monitors the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage.
• Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded.
• Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
•  Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Be aware of, understand and follow Performance Fab safety culture, particularly the use of hardhats, safety glasses, ear plugs, dust masks, welding helmet, face shields, gloves, respirators, reflective clothing, assigned harnesses and other PPE as needed.
•  Maintains equipment and tools in good condition with all safety guards and features in place when in operation.
• Use, maintain, and inspect safety equipment and personal protective equipment prior to use.
• Completes safety inspections as requested.
• Performs tasks safely and does not attempt to complete without the proper training.
• Knows location of first aid kit, fire extinguisher, MSDS, egress routes and emergency information when reporting to jobsite.
• Attend and participate in all required safety trainings and toolbox talks.
• Ability and willingness to travel when required.
• Follow all company and customer policies, procedures and safety requirements.
• Perform job in a professional manner (appearance, language, behavior).
• Always upholds the Core Values of Performance Fab.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of machines and tools used in welding including designs, uses, maintenance and repair.
• Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models, and blueprints.
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• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.
• Ability to remain focused in busy environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow all policy and procedures as set forth by Performance Fab and their customers.
• Knowledge of the general construction industry and the sub-contractor trades.
• Ability to take pride in servicing the customer and having a strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to communicate with basic understanding of the English language.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship OR successful completion of an in-company, three-year training program required.

Physical Requirements:

•  Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and stand to operate and move heavy equipment.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, stairs and into equipment as needed.
• Must be physically able to walk on uneven, wet, slippery or grainy surfaces.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather, including extremely hot and extremely cold temperatures as well as in rain or snow types of conditions as needed.

Fabricators will primarily work in a shop setting but occasionally work in the field on job sites.

Performance Fab is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.