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FCAW Welder/Fitter – Overhead Crane Fabrication
contractAshland, VA
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Fitter/Fabricator Location: Ashland, VA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Pay: Starting at $24.00/hour — higher rates available depending on experience Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, with Saturdays as required Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Fitter/Fabricator
About the role
Fitter/Fabricator
Location: Ashland, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay: Starting at $24.00/hour — higher rates available depending on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, with Saturdays as required
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Fitter/Fabricator to fabricate, fit, and assemble components for overhead cranes and related equipment. The ideal candidate can read shop drawings, interpret AWS weld symbols, and perform high-quality FCAW welding.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate and fit metal components using shop drawings and specifications.
- Perform Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) to meet AWS D1.1 and D14.1 requirements.
- Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and AWS welding symbols.
- Pass a full-penetration vertical weld test and an overhead fillet weld test.
- Follow safety procedures while working in a heavy industrial environment.
- Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Maintain dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Work 10-hour shifts and Saturdays when required.
Requirements
- Hands-on welding and fitting experience.
- Proficiency in Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW).
- Ability to read shop drawings and interpret AWS welding symbols.
- Ability to meet the required vertical full-penetration and overhead fillet weld tests.
- Familiarity with AWS D1.1 and D14.1 welding standards.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely in an industrial shop.
- Reliable attendance and willingness to work the required schedule.
Benefits
- Contract-to-hire opportunity, with potential for full-time employment after 90 days.
- $850 sign-on bonus after 6 months of employment.
- Benefits available upon full-time hire, including 401(k), ESOP, paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Bonus
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