Iron Welder

Job Title: Iron Welder / Structural Welder

Location: Fowler

Job Type: Seasonal

Reports To: Welding Foreman / Shop Supervisor

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Iron Welder to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for cutting, shaping, joining, and repairing iron and steel structures, components, and heavy equipment. You will work from blueprints and technical drawings to fabricate high-quality structural frameworks, ornamental ironwork, or industrial machinery using various welding techniques (primarily MIG, TIG, and Stick).

Responsibilities

• Welding & Fabrication: Join iron and steel components using SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), and GTAW (TIG) welding processes based on project specifications.
• Blueprint Reading: Read, interpret, and work from blueprints, engineering drawings, and welding symbols to accurately layout and execute welds.
• Material Preparation: Cut, grind, bevel, and prep iron and steel materials using torches, saws, grinders, and plasma cutters.
• Assembly & Fitting: Align, fit, and clamp components together using straightedges, squares, and tape measures in preparation for welding.
• Quality Control: Inspect completed welds for defects, cracks, or structural weakness; ensure all work meets AWS (American Welding Society) or relevant industry standards.
• Maintenance & Safety: Maintain welding equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment (PPE); strictly adhere to OSHA guidelines and shop safety protocols.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 2–5 years of professional experience as an iron welder, structural welder, or fabricator.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in multiple welding positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead) and expertise with various manual and semi-automatic welding equipment.
• Equipment Knowledge: Skilled in using shop tools such as angle grinders, band saws, oxy-fuel torches, and magnetic drills.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, work in confined spaces or at heights, and endure varying weather conditions.
• Certifications: AWS welding certification (e.g., D1.1 Structural Welding Code) is highly preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational training is a plus.