Experienced Welder- Fabricator

ProTrade is looking to place experienced Welder-Fabricators. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, growing operation with strong pay, solid benefits, and real room to grow.

Schedule

• Monday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Friday Overtime: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (as needed)
• Saturday Overtime: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (as needed)

What You'll Be Doing

• Hand welding and fabricating parts in multiple positions using MIG and stick welding
• Working across multiple departments including Fabrication, Sub-Assemblies, and Welding
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, factory orders, and work tickets
• Using squares, tape measures, calipers, levels, plumb-bobs, and clamps with precision
• Inspecting your own work to ensure quality and accuracy
• Operating overhead cranes, hoists, and material handling equipment to move large components
• Performing routine maintenance on equipment (wire changes, tip/nozzle exchange)
• Working independently and as part of a production team in a safety-focused environment
• Cross-training in other areas to provide operational flexibility
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times
• Following all plant safety guidelines and PPE requirements

What We're Looking For

• 3 years of MIG welding, stick welding, and fabricating experience — required
• Expert with angle grinders and acetylene torches
• Able to read, write, and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work tickets accurately
• Strong math skills — able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and decimals to .06"
• Measure to 1/16" precision with a tape measure
• Expert with safety equipment and PPE
• Valid driver's license required
• Must pass a welding/fabricating test prior to hire
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work without close supervision

Preferred / Top Candidate Qualifications:

• 5 years of MIG welding and fabricating experience
• Professional welding certifications
• Automatic Beam Welder experience
• Military service (eligible for $1.00/hr premium — see below)

Pay & Compensation

• Starting at $20.00/hr (flexibility based on skillset)
• $0.50/hr pay incentive after first 90 days for excellent attendance and safety
• $0.50/hr additional pay incentive after 6 months of employment
• $1.00/hr Military Service Premium (requires DD214, minimum 2 years active duty, honorable discharge)

Benefits (after 90 days)

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation based on experience
• Safety Shoe Reimbursement Program
• Benefits start Day 1 of employment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, medium to heavy-duty assembly environment
• Comfortable working in heated work areas
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, climb, walk, and stand on concrete for extended periods
• Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Able to climb ladders and trailers and use vibrating equipment as needed