Job Description

This position is responsible for designing, building, and repairing equipment components through advanced welding and fabrication techniques while supporting overall equipment reliability. The technician will lead fabrication crews, contribute to root cause analysis of mechanical failures, and develop permanent solutions through custom fabrication and equipment modification.

Shift: 7am-3pm

Core Responsibilities

Fabrication & Welding Leadership

• Lead fabrication crew on project work, installations, and equipment modifications

• Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on various materials

• Execute pipe welding and structural welding as required

• Fabricate custom components including:

• Brackets

• Stands and supports

• Ensure weld quality meets plant and safety standards

• Provide hands-on training and mentorship to Technicians D–B

Blueprint & Design Interpretation

• Read and interpret 2D and 3D equipment drawings

• Translate drawings into fabricated components and assemblies

• Take field measurements and develop fabrication plans

• Work with engineering and maintenance to improve equipment design

Equipment Repair & Reliability Support

• Support maintenance team by fabricating replacement parts and modifications

• Participate in root cause analysis of equipment failures

• Design and implement fabrication-based solutions to prevent recurring failures

• Assist in installation and alignment of fabricated equipment

Tools, Measurement & Setup

• Accurately use measurement tools including:

• Tape measures

• Calipers

• Squares and levels

• Lay out, measure, cut, and fit materials for fabrication projects

• Select proper welding methods, filler materials, shielding gases, and equipment settings

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 2 years of welding/fabrication experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment

• Proficiency in:

• MIG welding

• TIG welding

• Stick welding

• Experience with pipe welding and structural fabrication

• Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D drawings

• Strong understanding of fabrication layout and fit-up techniques

• Ability to lead small crews or project teams

• Experience using basic measurement and layout tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding certifications (AWS or equivalent)

• Experience fabricating equipment in a manufacturing environment

• Experience supporting maintenance reliability initiatives

• Prior leadership or crew lead experience

Critical Skills

• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capability

• Ability to design practical, long-term fabrication solutions

• Attention to detail and craftsmanship in welding and fabrication

• Ability to train and develop other technicians

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand or walk for the majority of shift.

• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry loads of up to 50 pounds without assistance.

• Must be able to kneel, stoop, grasp and reach frequently.

• Must be able to work with hands/arms extended overhead.

• Must be able to operate hand and power tools and equipment.

• May be required to use (ladders, lifts, baskets, etc.)

Competencies

• Work Standards

• Solve Problems

• Build Customer Satisfaction

• Collaborate