Shop Structural Welder

Location

Location not specified

Employment Type

Full-time

Required Skills & Certifications

MIG WeldingStick WeldingFlux-Core WeldingSteel
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Posted on September 24, 2026

Job Description

Overview

The Shop Structural Welder is responsible for the fabrication and welding of structural steel components used in industrial, energy, and construction projects, ensuring quality and safety standards are maintained.

Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and shop sketches.
  • Fit, align, and weld structural steel components.
  • Perform MIG, FCAW, and SMAW welding as required.
  • Operate cutting torches, grinders, magnetic drills, and other fabrication equipment.
  • Ensure fabricated assemblies meet dimensional and quality requirements.
  • Complete welds in accordance with applicable codes and project specifications.
  • Assist with material handling, rigging, and shop housekeeping activities.
  • Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
  • Participate in quality inspections and corrective actions when required.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of structural welding experience preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret structural drawings.
  • Proficiency in MIG and FCAW welding processes.
  • Experience working with carbon steel and structural assemblies.
  • Knowledge of welding symbols and fabrication tolerances.
  • Ability to pass applicable welding tests.
  • Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred.
  • Lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Stand, kneel, bend, and work in varying positions for extended periods.
  • Ability to work overtime as required.

Additional Information

  • Location: Casper, WY

How this job compares

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG, Stick, 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. Stick (SMAW) burns a flux-coated consumable rod and needs no shielding gas, so it works in wind, rain, and on dirty or rusted steel. That tolerance for bad conditions keeps it the default for field, structural, and repair work.

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