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Welder/Fitter

KEEL
Ladson, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2026
Job Type

Full-time

Description

To perform various welding processes in accordance with a Welding Procedure Specification (WPS), layout, fitting, brazing, and cutting using gas and electric welding equipment.

Required Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to perform and pass GMAW-Pulse in the 2G and 3G welding positions.
  • Ability to perform and pass GMAW-Pulse in the 4G welding position preferred.
  • Experience with GMAW-Spray preferred in the 2G welding position.
  • Experience with FCAW preferred.
  • Must have knowledge of temperature stick usage and preheat techniques.
  • Must be able to read blueprints and understand GD&T.
  • Minimum of five years of welding experience.
  • Must have attention and care to prevent injury to others when performing work.
  • Ability to work in a team environment successfully.
  • Must perform tasks safely as instructed orally and in written format.
  • Must have knowledge of the metric system.
  • Ability to maneuver up to 200 lbs. independently.
  • Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. without assistance.
  • Ability to read measuring taps and calipers.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or GED required; five years of related experience.
  • Must become forklift and crane certified through the Pegasus Steel’s internal training.

Competencies

  • Upholds Safety & Quality Standards
  • Embodies Esprit de Corps
  • Relentless Customer Focus
  • Conveys Integrity, Trust & Professionalism
  • Executes with Excellence & Velocity
  • Inspires Team Members
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Resolves Problems
  • Elevates Those Around Them

Travel Requirements

  • Travel required Inter-facility and training purposes as needed.

Physical Requirements

  • May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
  • Lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

  • Exposure is frequent to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles - eye protection is required, and fumes, machine vibration, and noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional to a restricted space work area.
  • All Keel locations are tobacco free where appropriate.

Relevance And Importance To Quality Objectives

Keel is committed to continually improve effectiveness and awareness; this is communicated to all team members to ensure everyone is aware of:

  • the quality policy
  • relevant quality objectives
  • their contribution to the effectiveness of the quality management system, including the benefits of improved importance
  • the implications of not conforming with the quality management system requirements
  • relevant quality management system documented information and changes thereto
  • their contribution to product or service conformity
  • their contribution to product safety
  • the importance of ethical behavior

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Keel provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, status as a protected veteran or spouse thereof, height, weight, marital or familial status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Keel complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which Keel has facilities.

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Keel will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, recruitment advertising, hiring, job assignment, promotion, demotion, discipline, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, or rates of pay, benefits, and selection for training. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by Keel where appropriate.

Management retains the right to add to, or change, the responsibilities and/or duties of this position at any time including the elimination of this position. The team member understands that his/her job description is for operational purposes and is not intended to be an employment contract. The employment relationship remains “at-will.”

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