Welder/Fitter - 2nd Shift (+$5/hour shift differential)

Location

Douglassville, PA

Employment Type

Full-time

Required Skills & Certifications

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Posted on April 14, 2026

Job Description

Overview

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is hiring experienced Industrial Welders/Fitters for the 2nd shift in Douglassville, PA. This role involves fabricating and assembling specialty heavy lifting equipment in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components prior to welding.
  • Accurately align, clamp, and tack components to meet blueprint and tolerance requirements.
  • Verify dimensions, squareness, and fit-up using measuring tools.
  • Perform minor rework to ensure proper fit-up before final weld.
  • Work closely with welders and supervisors to ensure assemblies meet quality and design specifications.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
  • Fabricate and assemble structural and machine components.
  • Perform SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW welding processes.
  • Adjust and set welding equipment properly.
  • Produce quality welds in various positions.
  • Operate cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
  • Engage in cross-training and continuous development.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 3+ years of experience in industrial welding and structural fitting within a manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Hands-on experience performing layout, fit-up, and assembly of structural steel components prior to welding.
  • Proficiency in welding processes such as SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
  • Strong understanding of tolerances, alignment, and structural assembly sequencing.
  • Experience working with large weldments, heavy plate, and fabricated assemblies.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to verify dimensions using measuring tools.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and safety.
  • Reliable, accountable, and consistent in attendance and performance.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills in a production environment.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
  • Willingness to undergo a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

  • Full-time 2nd shift hours, Monday-Friday 1:30pm-10:00pm, OT hours as available.
  • Location: 531 Old Swede Road - Douglassville, Pennsylvania 19518.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
401k

About American Crane

https://www.indeed.com/cmp/American-Crane

Industry: Machinery ManufacturingSize: 201 to 500