What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabricator / Shop Welder – Assistant to Shop Foreman 5YRS EXP REQUIRED position at Western Crane Service, Inc.?
Company Overview
Western Crane Service, Inc.™ has been serving the construction and heavy-lift industry for over 39 years. Our comprehensive services include crane operation, millwright and rigging, plant maintenance, and steel fabrication and erection. We pride ourselves on delivering quality, honesty, and precision through a well-trained and professional team.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Fabricator/Shop Welder- Assistant to Shop Foreman who will serve as the right-hand support to our Shop Foreman. This position requires strong fabrication knowledge, leadership awareness, and the ability to work independently while supporting the overall workflow of the shop. The ideal candidate has 5 years of experience in steel fabrication and welding, including joists, decking, handrails, stairs, platforms, and custom metal components.
This individual will help maintain productivity, quality control, and safe work practices throughout the fabrication shop.
Duties
- Assist the Shop Foreman with daily planning, workflow organization, and task delegation
- Fabricate steel components including joists, decking, handrails, stairs, guardrails, platforms, brackets, and structural assemblies
- Perform MIG, Stick, and Flux Core welding with high accuracy and consistent quality
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols
- Cut, measure, grind, drill, and prep materials for fabrication
- Operate fabrication equipment such as band saws, ironworkers, plasma cutters, overhead cranes, and forklifts
- Ensure all welds and fabricated parts meet company and industry quality standards
- Assist with material inventory, shop organization, cleanup, and equipment maintenance
- Communicate job progress and needs to the Shop Foreman and project managers
- Follow all company safety guidelines and OSHA regulations
- Work 40 hours per week; overtime and weekend work as needed
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 5 years of welding and fabrication experience (more strongly preferred)
- Strong MIG and Stick welding skills; ability to pass a weld test
- Skilled in fabrication of joists, decking, handrails, stairs, and structural steel
- Ability to read blueprints and understand weld symbols
- Experience operating forklifts and shop equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work with limited supervision
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
- 7–10 years of professional fabrication experience
- Welding certifications (AWS, etc.)
- Previous lead or assistant-foreman experience
- Rigging and lifting knowledge
Work Environment
- Shop-based role with occasional field support
- Frequent standing, lifting, bending, and use of tools/equipment
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. as needed
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30