Pride Metal Works

Overview

Join our dynamic construction team as a Welder Helper and play a vital role in supporting skilled welders on diverse fabrication and installation projects. This energetic position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in welding, fabrication, and construction processes while ensuring safety standards are maintained throughout each project phase.

Responsibilities

• Assist welders with setting up welding equipment and preparing work areas for MIG, FCAW, and on-site welding processes.
• Handle and organize materials such as sheet metal, pipe components, and ductwork for fabrication and installation.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, plasma cutters, press brake machines, and other fabrication equipment under supervision.
• Support rigging and crane operations to move heavy materials safely around the construction site.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to understand project specifications and assist with assembly tasks.
• Measure materials using calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools to ensure accuracy in fabrication.
• Maintain a clean work environment by organizing tools and disposing of waste materials properly.
• Follow safety protocols including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to ASME codes & standards.

Requirements

• Prior experience working on construction sites or in manufacturing environments preferred.
• Basic knowledge of welding techniques including MIG, TIG, FCAW; certification is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with blueprint reading, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, calipers, micrometers, and plasma cutting equipment effectively.
• Mechanical knowledge related to fabrication processes such as pipe threading, soldering, machining, and assembly.
• Understanding of safety practices on construction sites including rigging and crane operations.
• Strong basic math skills for measurements and calculations involved in fabrication tasks.
• Ability to operate forklifts or other material handling equipment is advantageous but not mandatory.

Additional Information

• Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour.
• People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
• Work Location: In person.