What are the responsibilities and job description for the Welder / Fabricator position at County Materials Family of Companies?
The County Materials Family of Companies manufactures and delivers concrete construction products to meet the demand for growing communities. We rely on our talented and dedicated team members to provide reliable products with personalized service.
We are seeking a Welder Fabricator for County Prestress at our Roberts, WI location.
Job Summary:
A Welder Fabricator reads blueprints, cuts/shapes metal, and joins parts using various welding techniques (MIG, TIG, Arc) to build structures or machinery, operating equipment like plasma cutters and cranes while adhering to strict quality and safety standards. Key duties involve material prep, component assembly, using hand/power tools, ensuring weld integrity, and maintaining work records, requiring physical stamina and technical skill with diverse metals.
Job Duties:
- Cut, bend, and assemble metal parts using blueprints, sketches, or verbal instructions
- Apply MIG, TIG, Arc (SMAW), or Oxy-acetylene techniques to join components
- Use plasma cutters, shears, ironworkers, drill presses, grinders, overhead cranes, and forklifts
- Understand technical drawings, schematics, and welding symbols
- Inspect finished welds for structural soundness and to meet specifications
- Work with various metals (steel, stainless, copper) and lift heavy materials
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures
- Complete required paperwork, work orders, and quality checks
Work Environment:
- Indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
- Exposure to moving machinery, electrical hazards, and noisy environments.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
- Lifting and carrying 10-40 lbs. pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Demonstrated proficiency in multiple welding processes (MIG, TIG, Stick)
- Minimum 2 years' experience in welding and steel fabrication
- Ability to ready and interpret blueprints/technical drawings
- Familiarity with fabrication tools and machinery
- Knowledge of metal properties and welding safety
- Physical strength, stamina, and good hand coordination for demanding tasks
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- AWS Certified Preferred
County Materials Family of Companies are committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and advancement to all qualified individuals and, in accordance with applicable federal and state statutes and regulations, prohibiting discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, familial status or status with regard to public assistance program, genetic information, disability, military service, protected veteran status, honesty testing, arrest record, or conviction record. The equal employment opportunity policy covers all aspects of the employment relationship including, but not limited to, recruitment, interviewing, screening, testing, selection, placement, evaluation, transfer, promotion, tenure, compensation, benefits, training, and termination.