D101
Located in Watkins Glen, NY
Pay: 18.00-23.00
Job Full Description
Job Title: Welder Fabricator
Location: Watkins Glen, NY
Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Welder Fabricator to join our team. This hands-on role involves cutting, joining, and shaping metal parts using a variety of welding techniques and fabrication tools. The ideal candidate will be proficient in blueprint reading, welding, and assembly of metal components to create high-quality products and structures that meet tight tolerances and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Reading & Interpreting Drawings
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Interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings
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Identify materials, welding processes, and fabrication steps required for each job
2. Material Preparation
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Measure, mark, cut, and lay out raw materials accurately
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Operate shears, saws, torches, and other cutting tools
3. Welding
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Perform MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), Stick (SMAW), and Flux-Cored (FCAW) welding
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Weld various metals including mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
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Produce clean, structurally sound welds that meet required specifications
4. Fabrication & Assembly
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Fit and tack-weld parts using jigs and clamps
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Bend, roll, or shape materials using presses, brakes, and rollers
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Assemble welded components into finished structures or equipment
5. Inspection & Quality Control
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Visually inspect welds and use non-destructive testing (e.g., dye penetrant, ultrasonic)
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Ensure all work meets dimensional tolerances and applicable welding codes (e.g., AWS, ASME)
6. Equipment Maintenance & Safety
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Maintain and calibrate welding machines and fabrication tools
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Follow all safety regulations including PPE, ventilation, and fire prevention protocols
Tools & Equipment Used:
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MIG, TIG, Stick welding machines
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Grinders, plasma cutters, oxy-fuel torches
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Brake presses, shears, rollers, clamps
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Welding PPE: helmet, gloves, jackets, respirators
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Precision tools: tape measures, calipers, angle finders, squares
Required Skills & Experience:
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Proficient in multiple welding techniques and fabrication processes
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Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills
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High attention to detail and craftsmanship
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Solid understanding of metallurgy and heat behavior
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Commitment to safety and proper shop practices
Preferred Certifications:
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AWS Certified Welder (American Welding Society)
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ASME Section IX Welder Qualification
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OSHA 10/30-Hour General Industry Safety Training
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Forklift or overhead crane certification (if applicable)
Industries Employing Welder Fabricators:
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Structural steel & construction
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Aerospace & defense manufacturing
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Shipbuilding & marine industries
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Oil, gas, & pipeline fabrication
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Agricultural equipment and heavy machinery
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Custom fabrication and prototyping shops
Career Growth Paths:
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Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
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Fabrication Shop Supervisor
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Pipe or Structural Welding Specialist
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CNC Plasma/Laser Cutting Operator
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Welding Instructor or Technical Trainer
Corning, NY
2583
11849 East Corning Road
Suite 101
Corning, NY 14830
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