Maintenance Welder

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician with hands-on stick welding (SMAW) experience to perform equipment repairs, fabrication, and general industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, welding proficiency, and the ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform stick welding (SMAW) on carbon steel and other metal components to repair, reinforce, and fabricate industrial equipment.

• Complete industrial maintenance and mechanical repairs on production machinery, conveyors, structural components, and related equipment.

• Diagnose equipment issues and perform corrective and preventive maintenance.

• Cut, fit, grind, and prepare metal components for welding and repair.

• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings.

• Repair and fabricate brackets, frames, supports, platforms, and machine components.

• Troubleshoot mechanical systems, including motors, bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

• Inspect welds for quality, strength, and structural integrity.

• Safely operate welding machines, grinders, cutting torches, and other shop equipment

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience in industrial maintenance, welding, fabrication, or a related field.

• Hands-on stick welding (SMAW) experience required.

• Ability to perform welding repairs on industrial machinery and heavy metal components.

• Knowledge of metal preparation, fitting, cutting, grinding, and finishing.

• Ability to read blueprints, measurements, and welding symbols.

• Basic mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.

• Familiarity with industrial safety procedures and welding practices.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.

• Welding certification or technical training preferred but not required, depending on experience.