Precision TIG/MIG Fabrication Welder (Stainless & Aluminum) Job at Express Employment Professionals - Richmond, Richmond, VA

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  • Express Employment Professionals - Richmond
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Make Your Mark in Precision Metal Fabrication

Step into a full-time welder role supporting a manufacturing client where accuracy, craftsmanship, and safety drive the work. You’ll transform stainless-steel and aluminum into finished fixtures by interpreting shop drawings, laying out components, and executing clean, consistent welds.

Role Snapshot

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Pay: $25–$28 per hour (based on experience)
  • Employment Type: Full-Time

A Day in the Shop

Your day starts with reviewing detailed blueprints and shop drawings. You’ll measure, mark, and fit stainless and aluminum components, then perform MIG, TIG, and flux-cored welding in vertical, flat, horizontal, and overhead positions. After welding, you’ll inspect your beads to spec, grind and sand for a clean finish, and move assemblies using cranes/hoists and other material-handling tools. Throughout, you’ll stage materials correctly, store finished pieces, and keep your work area safe and organized.

What You’ll Tackle

  • Interpret shop drawings/blueprints to plan layout and fit-up
  • Execute MIG, TIG, and flux-cored welds on stainless steel and aluminum
  • Weld confidently in vertical, flat, horizontal, and overhead positions
  • Verify weld quality and conformance; correct defects as needed
  • Prep and finish with grinders and sanders for final appearance
  • Operate cranes/hoists and safely handle materials
  • Stage, move, and store raw and finished parts properly
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly workstation

Work Environment & Physical Demands

  • Non–climate-controlled fabrication shop
  • Frequent standing, bending, twisting, and handling of fabricated parts
  • Able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
  • Good manual dexterity and visual acuity required
  • Overtime or occasional weekends may be required

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • At least 1 year of experience in welding or metal fabrication
  • Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and sketches
  • Stainless-steel and aluminum experience strongly preferred
  • Comfort with basic hand tools (tape measure, square, clamps, etc.)
  • Solid measurement skills and shop math
  • Knowledge of appropriate voltage/amp settings for different welds
  • Ability to wear required PPE (helmet, gloves, leathers, steel-toe footwear, etc.)

Proficiency

  • Blueprint reading

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Monday to Friday,

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