Job Description
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
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.
ResponsibilitiesFabricate 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.
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.
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.
If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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