METAL FABRICATOR

Job Description

Duties will include:

*Interpreting blueprints: Studying drawings, specifications, and blueprints to determine job requirements

*Preparing metal: Selecting and preparing metal stock for fabrication and order of assembly

*Cutting and shaping: Using saws, lathes, drill presses, and grinders to cut, bend, and shape metal components

*Welding: Joining metal components together using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and ARC

*Measuring and planning: Measuring and planning to reduce waste, and marking cutting and bending lines

*Setting up machinery: Setting up metalwork machinery

*Grinding and finishing: Grinding and finishing completed products

*Quality checks: Performing detailed quality checks to ensure that completed products meet all standards and requirements

*Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and well-organized work area

*Use various complex hand and power tools to perform custom fabrications

*Ability to work in outdoor weather conditions and at times in austere locations

*Available to work long hours and respond to afterhours call outs

Required skills:

*Accurately read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings and plans.

*Meticulous use of measuring instruments including calipers, gauges, micrometers and tape measures.

*Proficient welding skills to include MIG, TIG and ARC.

*Advanced experience with cutting torches, shears, nail sets and grinding equipment

*Focused attention to detail and accuracy

*Excellent communication and active listening skills

*Physical stamina, dexterity and color vision

*Time management and organizational skills

*The ability to work in a fast-paced environment

* Basic computer skills for inventory management

*Proactive and initiative driven work ethic

*Honest, punctual, and reliable

Required Qualifications:

*High School diploma or equivalent

*Certified Welder. Certification from American Welding Society is a plus

*Valid drivers license and clean driving record

*Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays

Full-time