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Overview

The Welder/Fitter is responsible for fitting, aligning, and welding structural tube and plate assemblies according to engineered drawings and weld procedures. This position requires precision, attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints for structural fabrication projects.

Responsibilities

  • Fit and weld structural tube assemblies and components per fabrication drawings and WPS requirements.
  • Perform layout, cutting, grinding, and fitting operations to prepare materials.
  • Verify dimensions and alignment using measuring tools, squares, and levels.
  • Perform MIG (GMAW) and/or Flux Core (FCAW) welding carbon steel materials.
  • Operate welding machines, grinders, saws, and other fabrication tools in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and shop protocols.
  • Safely lift, move, and position materials using proper techniques and mechanical assistance when needed.
  • Follow all safety procedures, including PPE use, material handling, and safe equipment operation.
  • Inspect welds for conformance and report nonconformities to supervision.
  • Follow approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and fabrication drawings to ensure structural integrity and regulatory compliance.
  • Maintain high-quality standards in weld appearance, size, and penetration.
  • Work independently or as part of a fabrication team to meet production schedules.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Completion of welding certification program or equivalent hands-on welding experience (1–2 years preferred).
  • AWS D1.1 or equivalent certification is a plus.
  • Familiarity with fabrication tools such as saws, grinders, torches, and layout tables.
  • Strong understanding of weld joint preparation and fit-up techniques for tube steel.
  • Basic proficiency in MIG (GMAW) and/or Flux Core (FCAW) welding processes.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
  • Visual acuity to read small print, interpret data, inspect parts, and identify quality defects.
  • Adheres to and ensures lockout procedures are followed any time the equipment is being cleaned or maintained.

Additional Information

  • Comfortable working in a fabrication shop environment with exposure to welding arcs, grinding, cutting, fabrication noise, heat, sparks, and occasional fumes.
  • Ability to stand, walk, and move about the fabrication shop and production floor for extended periods (up to 10 hours per day).
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How this job compares in Salt Lake City, UT

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Utah currently run a median of $34/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $27–$41/hr across 19 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 Salt Lake City, UT

We're tracking 14 other active welding openings in Salt Lake City, UT right now, from 12 different employers. 2 of them were added in the last week. Across Utah as a whole we're tracking 45 other active welding openings from 39 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Salt Lake City, or widen the search to Utah.

The most active employers in Utah at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are LACO Technologies (3), EZARC (2), and Barnes Aerospace (2). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG and Flux-Core work. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work. Flux-cored (FCAW) runs a hollow wire filled with flux, combining MIG-like deposition rates with the outdoor tolerance of stick. It is the workhorse on heavy structural steel and shipbuilding, where thick sections and long welds reward speed.

Certifications this posting mentions

  • AWS D1.1 — the American Welding Society's Structural Welding Code for steel. It governs almost all building and structural steel work in the US, so a D1.1 qualification is the baseline credential for construction and ironworking.

Read straight from this posting's text. Confirm the exact qualification the employer wants before you test — requirements vary by shop even under the same code.

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