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Responsibilities and Duties:

Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols to determine project requirements. Weld and fabricate stainless steel and other metals using TIG and other welding techniques. Cut, grind, fit, and assemble materials to precise measurements and tolerances. Set up and operate welding machines, torches, grinders, and related shop equipment. Inspect completed welds and assemblies to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and project specifications. Maintain proper documentation of welds, materials, and quality control checks. Follow safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and adherence to OSHA and company safety policies. Assist with material handling, loading, and staging of fabricated components for delivery. Collaborate with shop foreman, project managers, and field crews to meet deadlines and support project schedules. Perform equipment maintenance and report issues with tools, machines, or materials. Keeps work area clear of unnecessary clutter and performs routine clean-up as needed. All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Experience

Experience/Qualifications Required:

Minimum 1year welding experience.

Job Skills

Knowledge of general plumbing and piping installation is a plus. Ability to work within precise limits or standards of accuracy and productivity. Basic math skills. Ability to pass a pipe test (GTAW). Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols. Familiarity with pipe welding, and structural welding practices. Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. Ability to use hand tools, grinders, torches, plasma cutters, and fabrication shop machinery. Strong safety awareness and commitment to quality. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced shop environment. Strong communication and organizational skills.

Education

High School or GED equivalent Trade School a plus

Physical Requirements

Eyesight correctable to 20/50 Able to perform shift work if needed Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 60 lbs. Physical ability to lift heavy materials, stand for long periods, and work in a shop environment.

Special Requirements

Valid Drivers License

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How this job compares in Cincinnati, OH

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Cincinnati, OH currently run a median of $26/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $19–$32/hr across 11 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Cincinnati, OH

We're tracking 15 other active welding openings in Cincinnati, OH right now, from 15 different employers. 2 of them were added in the last week. Across Ohio as a whole we're tracking 239 other active welding openings from 177 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Cincinnati, or widen the search to Ohio.

TP Mechanical currently has 2 other openings live in Ohio, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Ohio at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Aerotek (9), Staffmark (5), and Kadant Black Clawson LLC (4). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Ohio, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Columbus at $33/hr, Aurora at $32/hr, and Cleveland at $26/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for TIG. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

See all stainless steel welder openings if you want to compare this against similar roles.

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Pay figures are medians computed from live postings in the Welding Pros index, not from survey data, and they move as employers post. 2nd Shift Stainless FAB Shop Welder (Cincinnati, OH) figures were last recalculated when this page was built.