Job Title: Welder and Fabricator

Job Description

This role focuses on the welding and fabrication of pressure vessels and heat exchangers in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. You will use a variety of fabrication and welding equipment to build large-scale, ASME-certified equipment while interpreting complex blueprints, handling heavy materials, and meeting strict structural weld standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and fabrication of pressure vessels and heat exchangers in a heavy industrial shop environment.
• Interpret and work from complex blueprints, drawings, and specifications to complete fabrication projects accurately.
• Use MIG, TIG, and other arc welding processes, including Sub ARC when applicable, to produce high-quality welds.
• Handle and work with heavy materials, including stainless steel, nickel alloy, duplex stainless, and carbon steel in thicknesses ranging from 3/8 inch to 1 1/2 inches.
• Set up, operate, and maintain various fabrication and welding equipment to build large-scale, ASME-certified equipment.
• Fit, align, and assemble components and structures according to ASME standards and project requirements.
• Perform structural welds and pass specific structural weld tests required for ASME pressure vessels and heat exchangers.
• Inspect welds and fabricated components to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and ASME code requirements.
• Collaborate with other fabricators, welders, and shop personnel to coordinate workflow and meet production schedules.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area in a heavy industrial fabrication facility.

Essential Skills

• At least 10 years of welding and fabrication experience in a heavy industrial environment.
• Proficiency in MIG welding.
• Proficiency in TIG welding.
• Experience working with ASME pressure vessels and/or heat exchangers.
• Ability to interpret and work from complex blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to perform structural welds and pass structural weld tests.
• Experience working with stainless steel, nickel alloy, duplex stainless, and carbon steel materials.
• Ability to safely handle and work with heavy materials and large fabricated components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Sub ARC welding is a plus.
• Experience in boiler, pressure vessel, or related ASME code fabrication environments.
• Strong fitting skills for assembling pressure vessels, boilers, and heat exchangers.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, code-compliant welds.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented shop environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization recognized as a top-quality manufacturer of heat exchangers and pressure vessels, offering a strong long-term career opportunity. The role provides the chance to refine and master the fabrication trade while working on complex, large-scale ASME-certified projects. Employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan, supporting both professional growth and personal well-being.

Work Environment

The position is based in a very industrial fabrication facility with a large hangar-style shop floor equipped with several overhead cranes. The environment is heavy-duty, hands-on, and can be dirty due to the nature of metal fabrication and welding. You will work around large equipment, heavy materials, and industrial machinery in a production-oriented setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newberg, OR.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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