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Welder

JGM
Reading, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2026

About JGM

Do you want to work for a construction company unlike any other? At JGM, we challenge the industry's status quo. Known as the team that delivers "When You Need It Yesterday", we've built a culture around safety, quality, and speed.

At JGM, we're more than a company-we're a family. Working side by side, we support one another, building trust by knowing we can count on each other. Driven by our core values, mission, and purpose, we stay focused on our vision for the future. The result? A team environment that fuels exceptional employee satisfaction, which in turn drives extraordinary client experience and continued company growth.

The only question is: Are you ready to join our growing family and be part of something truly special?

Be an integral part of the JGM family by living our core values:

  • We Plan. We Adapt. We Succeed.
  • Uncompromising Safety & Quality.
  • Family is Our Foundation.
  • Create Value Through Better Solutions.
  • Whatever it Takes.
  • Commitment to Self-improvement.

Our Purpose (FOREVER): Develop Elite Leaders Today, So We Can Build Tomorrow's Future

Our Vision (ONE DAY): Driven to be the Safest, Fastest, and Most Effective Industrial Construction & Fabrication Partner in North America

Our Mission (TODAY): Solve Our Clients Toughest Challenges with Safety and Quality Top of Mind

Position Overview

JGM is seeking an experienced Welder to join our heavy industrial steel fabrication shop. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of welding experience in the structural steel industry, preferably within an AISC-certified environment. Proficiency in FCAW is required, along with the ability to pass the AWS D1.1 3G weld test using FCAW. This role demands high technical skill, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

  • Execute welding tasks in compliance with shop drawings and industry specifications.
  • Operate welding equipment, including FCAW (Flux Cored Arc Welding), efficiently and safely.
  • Perform quality checks on welds and make necessary corrections to meet AWS and AISC standards.
  • Safely handle heavy materials using overhead cranes, forklifts, and other equipment.
  • Inspect and maintain welding equipment, reporting any repair needs promptly.
  • Adhere to safety protocols, including the use of PPE and compliance with internal and industry safety standards.
  • Collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines in a safe and efficient manner.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of two years of welding experience in a heavy industrial setting.
  • Proficiency in FCAW and the ability to pass the AWS D1.1 3G weld test using FCAW.
  • Familiarity with multiple welding processes (FCAW, GMAW, SAW, GTAW) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code is highly desirable.
  • Experience in an AISC-certified shop environment is highly preferred.
  • Strong ability to interpret shop drawings and specifications independently.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to safety and precision.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds, work in confined spaces, and perform tasks at heights when necessary.
  • High School Diploma or GED preferred; technical or trade school certifications are a plus.
  • Ability to wear respiratory protection and pass pulmonary function tests as required.

Physical Requirements

  • Regular use of hands and arms to manipulate steel parts, operate welding equipment, and fabricate components.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy materials, and perform tasks requiring precise hand-eye coordination.
  • Frequent climbing of ladders and stairs and working from elevated platforms.
  • Capability to work in confined spaces, operate forklifts, cranes, and other heavy machinery if properly trained and certified.

Work Environment

  • This is a shop-based position in a heavy industrial steel fabrication facility.
  • Tasks may involve exposure to harsh environments, including extreme temperatures, hazardous materials, fumes, and loud noise.
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and respirators will be required at all times.
  • Strict adherence to safety protocols is essential, as the role involves working with dangerous machinery and materials.
  • Occasional work in confined spaces and at heights, following all relevant safety standards.

JGM offers a competitive wage and benefit package:

  • Participate in the company's yearly performance bonus program

  • Medical, Vision & Dental

  • PTO & Holidays

  • 401(k) Matching

  • Life Insurance

  • Short/Long-Term Disability

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Generous Referral Program

  • Training and Further Education

This job description is subject to change based on the needs of the business and is not all-inclusive.

JGM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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