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Overview

The Sr Fabricator, Non-Pwr GSE is responsible for disassembling, repairing, and assembling non-powered Ground Support Equipment (GSE) using welding and fabrication skills. The role involves performing diagnostic testing, troubleshooting equipment issues, and guiding other fabricators while ensuring safety and proper maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Disassemble, repair, and assemble non-powered Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
  • Use hand torches, welding, and fabrication skills to ensure proper operation of equipment.
  • Perform diagnostic testing and troubleshoot equipment issues.
  • Document and record safety-related issues for managerial inspection.
  • Guide and support Fabricators in performance of duties.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Four (4) years welding or fabricator type experience.
  • Knowledge of the use and operation of basic tools.
  • Knowledge of safe operation of welder and torcher.
  • Knowledge of hot works procedures.
  • Ability to read and use blueprints, drawings, and shop manuals.
  • Proficient skills in operating a personal computer.
  • Demonstrated teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

  • Possession of basic set of automotive hand tools including metric sizes.
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds and maneuver any weight above 50 pounds with assistance.
  • Ability to work without supervision for extended time periods.
  • Must be able to work in noisy, non air-conditioned/heated work area.
  • Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
  • Must be willing to work any shift.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license in state of residence.
  • Non-Covered Safety Sensitive position.
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How this job compares in Newark, NJ

Pay in context

At roughly $30/hr, this posting comes in about 25% below the $40/hr median for welder fabricator jobs across New Jersey, where the middle half runs $38–$40/hr across 15 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 7% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. That gap is worth raising directly — in a market this size there is normally room to negotiate toward the median, particularly if you already hold the certifications the posting asks for.

The local market in Newark, NJ

We're tracking 12 other active welding openings in Newark, NJ right now, from 10 different employers. 4 of them were added in the last week. Across New Jersey as a whole we're tracking 172 other active welding openings from 111 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Newark, or widen the search to New Jersey.

The most active employers in New Jersey at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are gpac (15), Gpac (10), and Carvana (6). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within New Jersey, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Northvale at $40/hr, Totowa at $34/hr, and Delanco at $29/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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