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Welder / Fitter – Overhead Crane Fabrication
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FCAW Welder/Fitter – Overhead Crane Fabrication Location: Ashland, VA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Pay Rate: Starting at $26.00/hour; higher depending on experience Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM; Saturdays as needed Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Weld
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FCAW Welder/Fitter – Overhead Crane Fabrication
Location: Ashland, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay Rate: Starting at $26.00/hour; higher depending on experience
Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM; Saturdays as needed
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Welder/Fitter to fabricate and weld components for overhead cranes and related equipment. This role requires strong blueprint-reading skills, knowledge of welding symbols, and the ability to produce quality Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) welds that meet AWS D1.1 and D14.1 standards.
Responsibilities
- Fit, fabricate, and weld crane components using shop drawings.
- Produce quality FCAW welds in accordance with AWS D1.1 and D14.1 standards.
- Interpret welding symbols and fabrication specifications.
- Pass a full-penetration vertical weld test and an overhead fillet weld test.
- Follow safety procedures in a heavy industrial environment.
- Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Work 10-hour shifts and Saturdays when required.
Requirements
- Welding and fitting experience in an industrial or fabrication environment.
- Ability to read shop drawings and interpret AWS welding symbols.
- Experience with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW).
- Ability to meet the required vertical full-penetration and overhead fillet weld test standards.
- Understanding of AWS D1.1 and D14.1 welding standards.
- Ability to work safely in a heavy industrial setting and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Dependable attendance and commitment to quality workmanship.
Benefits
- Contract-to-hire opportunity, with potential for full-time employment after 90 days.
- $850 sign-on bonus after six months of employment.
- Benefits upon full-time hire include 401(k), ESOP, paid time off (PTO), health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Bonus
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