Welder/Technician

Location

Cottondale, AL

Employment Type

Full-time

Required Skills & Certifications

MIG WeldingTIG WeldingStick WeldingFlux-Core WeldingSteelAWS D1.1API
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Posted on April 13, 2026

Job Description

Overview

When you join Tusco, you not only become a member of one of the most respected perimeter security solutions teams, but you also become a member of the Tusco family. Tusco has become an award-winning organization through performance excellence, shared experience, a positive attitude, and trusting relationships which define our Core Values.

Responsibilities

  • Perform welding operations using SMAW, MIG, TIG, and/or FCAW processes as required.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols.
  • Fabricate and assemble metal structures and components according to specifications.
  • Ensure welds meet quality standards and pass required inspections, including AWS D1.1 standards.
  • Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
  • Comply with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area to prevent hazards.
  • Participate in safety meetings and report unsafe conditions.
  • Conduct visual inspections of welds and perform necessary repairs.
  • Work with quality assurance personnel to ensure compliance with welding codes.
  • Maintain welding logs and documentation as required.
  • Assist in preparing materials for third-party inspections and testing.
  • Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment and tools.
  • Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on welding machines.
  • Report equipment malfunctions and request repairs or replacements.
  • Coordinate with foremen, engineers, and other trades to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Assist in lifting, positioning, and securing materials for welding.
  • Communicate with and take direction from assigned Project/Crew management.
  • Use project prints, drawings and design layouts to install perimeter security components.
  • Prepare layout area where construction will take place using measuring tools.
  • Serve as task lead as assigned and directed by crew superintendent or foreman.
  • Assist in teaching and training other crew labor as directed and necessary.

Requirements

  • Cooperate with other team members.
  • Willingness and ability to travel 100% of the time.
  • Valid welding certification from AWS required or obtainable within a specified timeframe.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 1–3 years of welding experience in construction or industrial settings.
  • Proficiency in multiple welding techniques and processes.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Physical ability to lift heavy materials, work at heights, and in various weather conditions.
  • Forklift or aerial lift certification preferred.
  • Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction site in all types of weather.
  • Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds at times.
  • Exposure to heat, noise, and potentially hazardous materials.
  • May require overtime, weekend, or night shifts depending on project needs.
  • Must be able to stand, bend, and lift for extended periods.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO
  • 401k

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
401k

About Tusco Inc

https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Tusco-Inc