Why Join Us

At Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, we believe that success comes from hard work, teamwork, and growth. Our work is challenging and rewarding, giving you the opportunity to take on exciting projects, solve complex problems, and see the real impact of your efforts. Whether you’re in the field or the office, you’ll be part of a team that values ambition, skill, and dedication where your contributions are recognized, and your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, LLC (“Phoenix”), founded in 1986 and headquartered in Avon, Indiana, is one of the nation’s leading construction companies in elevated water towers and storage containers. Phoenix has constructed over 5,000 elevated water storage tanks throughout the United States as well as several foreign countries. By employing our own field crews, Phoenix offers a turnkey operation through engineering, fabrication, foundation installation, field erection, field coating, and maintenance. Phoenix maintains the industry’s highest-rated safety standards and safe working environment, earning numerous “Tank of the Year” awards from the Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association, American Water Works Association, and Tnemec Industrial Coatings.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Work under a Shop Supervisor and collaborate with shop team members
Follow all safety procedures and maintain positive work habits
Interpret blueprints, sketches, and technical specifications
Use basic math skills to calculate dimensions and weights
Inspect materials before and after welding
Perform final inspection on completed welds
Operate an Oxy/Acetylene torch
Weld using GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW processes in various positions
Grind and gouge metal for extended periods when required
Operate overhead bridge cranes to move materials
Apply rigging techniques using key plates, bull pins, keys, shims, lifting lugs, nuts, U-bars, etc.
Ensure weldments meet AWS D1.1 and AWWA D100 standards

Compensation

Competitive hourly wages based on experience and qualifications
Overtime eligibility

Benefits

401(k) and 401(k) matching
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Health savings account

Schedule

Full-time
Monday to Friday
In-person work location

Requirements

Required

High school diploma or equivalent
At least 2 years of welding experience
Ability to weld using FCAW and GMAW processes
Capable of passing weld tests in horizontal and vertical positions per ASME Section IX
Ability to produce X-ray quality welds in production
Working knowledge of all aspects of the welding industry
Reliable transportation
Willingness to work 40+ hours per week
Demonstrated safe and positive work habits

Preferred

1 year of stainless steel or aluminum welding experience