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Fitter Welder (1st Shift)

Chief Buildings
Grand Island, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2027

Responsible for performing GMAW tack welding, torch cutting, and layout operations to assemble steel components for final welding. Additionally, the Fitter Welder will conduct GMAW welding processes on production materials in compliance with the required specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority. Prioritizes the well-being of colleagues and actively contributes to the safety program by collaborating, sharing ideas, and voicing concerns. Adheres to training guidelines, policies, and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Proactively identifies and addresses potential hazards.
  • Ensure compliance with quality control standards and maintain required AWS certifications, including meeting or exceeding the 85% UT pass ratio.
  • Assemble steel frames through layout, tack, and final welding, including lifting and positioning heavy components.
  • Operate assigned equipment with full knowledge of its capabilities and applicable welding codes, handle machine setup and routine maintenance.
  • Complete all job-related paperwork and data entry accurately and manage tasks independently with minimal supervision.
  • Capable of working in elevated temperatures while dressed in layered PPE
  • Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment to safely and efficiently transport materials as required.
  • Capable of working independently or as a team with minimum supervision.

Shift:

  • 1st Shift - 6:00am - 4:30pm

Education:

  • High School Diploma, or GED, preferred.

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A Brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of metal buildings including multi-story offices, churches and schools, as well as buildings for retail businesses and industrial use since 1966. Every building is customized to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Nebraska, Indiana, and South Carolina.

Our Benefits:

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

  • Paid vacation/time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid short-term disability benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Financial wellness coaching
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid holidays (8)
  • Employee discounts
  • Education assistance
  • And much more.

Experience

Preferred
  • Strong mathematical abilities, including working with fractions and decimals.
  • Skilled in interpreting fabrication drawings and data sheets for accurate assembly.
  • Proficient in using hand tools such as tape measures, squares, protractors, oxy/Acetylene, cutting/plasma torch, and grinding equipment.
  • Knowledge of welding techniques and metal fabrication.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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