Fabrication & Shop Improvement Specialist

Overview

Dan Cristiani Excavating is a leading contractor with over 55 years of experience in utility construction and excavation services across the Midwest. Our maintenance organization supports a diverse fleet of heavy equipment, dump trucks, roll-off trucks, fabrication projects, dumpster and rock box repairs, shoring equipment, and countless custom projects that keep our operation moving.

We are seeking a highly skilled fabricator who wants more opportunities than the daily welding responsibilities. We are looking for someone who enjoys building solutions, improving processes, and transforming the way a maintenance shop operates.

This position will be responsible for designing and fabricating custom workstations, mechanic carts, storage systems, fixtures, repair stands, lifting devices, and shop equipment that improve safety, quality, organization, and efficiency throughout our facilities.

Working alongside shop leadership, this individual will help implement shop organization, workflow, and efficiency by creating visual workplaces where all shop tools, supplies, fixtures, and pieces of equipment have a designated location. The goal is to eliminate unnecessary movement, streamline workflow, minimize downtime, and ensure technicians can quickly access the tools and materials they need, improving overall shop efficiency.

JOB DUTIES:

• Perform structural and repair welding on heavy equipment, trucks, dumpsters, rock boxes, shoring equipment, and custom fabrication projects.
• Design and fabricate custom shop equipment, repair fixtures, workstations, mechanic carts, tool storage, and lifting devices.
• Operate fabrication equipment including CNC plasma table, shear, press brake, tube bender, ironworker, and welding equipment.
• Collaborate with mechanics and technicians to develop solutions that improve repairs and reduce wasted time.
• Create organized, efficient work areas using 5S and visual organization principles.
• Build visual management systems including shadow boards, labeled storage, color-coded locations, floor markings, and standardized layouts.
• Improve ergonomics and workflow by designing equipment around the work being performed.
• Assist with continuous improvement projects throughout the maintenance organization.
• Take ideas from concept through fabrication and implementation.

Why This Role Is Different

This is an opportunity to leave a lasting mark on our organization. Every cart you build, every workstation you improve, every fixture you create, and every visual management system you install will help dozens of employees work more safely and efficiently. Your work will reduce downtime, improve organization, increase productivity, and help shape the future of our maintenance operation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent (trade school or certification preferred).
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Basic mechanical knowledge of heavy equipment and shop machinery.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a physically demanding environment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and pass all company-required screenings (drug, background, etc.).
• Extensive welding and fabrication experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to solve practical problems.
• Experience designing or modifying shop equipment and tooling.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and create basic sketches or CAD models.
• Experience creating organized, efficient workspaces using 5S, visual organization, standardized layouts, and continuous improvement practices.
• Mechanical engineering, engineering technology, industrial maintenance, or manufacturing experience is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift over 50lbs
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job, such as prolonged physical exertion, and may require prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, and working in awkward positions, crawling under or climbing on top of equipment.
• Exposure to noise, heat, dust and fumes as found in a repair facility
• Ability to constantly work in an outdoor environment, exposed to all weather elements, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noisy conditions.
• Ability to frequently climb in and out of various types of equipment

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma;
• Minimum of 4 years of experience

SCHEDULE:

• Full- Time Position, (1st Shift: 6:00AM - 4:00PM)
• Work Location: Charlestown IN, In person
• Expected hours: 40 – 50 hours weekly; Monday to Friday
• Pay: $25.00 - $34.00.00 per hour

Additional Information / Benefits

Dan Cristiani Excavating, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. As such, the Company is committed to basing employment decisions on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Dan Cristiani, Inc., does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristics protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignments, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Offer of employment is dependent on background screening, drug test and if needed DOT/Fit for Duty physical.

Benefits:

• 401(k) & 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account Offered w/ specific medical plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program
• NOTE: This job description does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Pay: $25.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $34