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Overview

We are seeking a skilled Fabricator/Welder to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in various welding techniques and fabrication processes, with the ability to read blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

  • Perform MIG, TIG, FCAW, and stick welding on various materials including sheet metal and pipe.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to determine project specifications.
  • Utilize hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment such as press brake machines and plasma cutters.
  • Conduct measurements using calipers and micrometers to ensure precision in fabrication.
  • Assemble components according to ASME codes & standards while maintaining quality control throughout the process.
  • Operate cranes and forklifts safely to move materials as needed on construction sites.
  • Execute rigging tasks for lifting heavy components during assembly.
  • Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Perform routine maintenance on welding equipment and tools to ensure optimal performance.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in welding and fabrication within a construction or manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in MIG welding, TIG welding, FCAW, stick welding, and soldering techniques.
  • Familiarity with mechanical knowledge, basic math skills for measurements, and understanding of ductwork assembly.
  • Experience with machining processes is a plus.
  • Ability to operate cranes, forklifts, and other heavy machinery safely.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow instructions accurately.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with the capability to troubleshoot issues as they arise.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations related to welding and construction work.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Pay: From $21.00 per hour
  • Work Location: In person
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How this job compares in Wausau, WI

Pay in context

At roughly $21/hr, this posting lands within a few percent of the $23/hr median for welder fabricator jobs across Wisconsin, whose middle half runs $20–$25/hr across 13 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 31% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. In other words it is a market-rate offer, so benefits, overtime, and shift schedule are where the real difference between this and the next posting on the list shows up.

The local market in Wausau, WI

Wausau, WI currently has 3 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 3 employers. None of them were added in the last week, so this is a slower-moving market. Across Wisconsin as a whole we're tracking 167 other active welding openings from 113 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in Wausau, or widen the search to Wisconsin.

The most active employers in Wisconsin at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are QPS Employment Group (17), API Heat Transfer (4), and Kewaunee Fabrications (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 Wisconsin, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Marinette at $32/hr, Manitowoc at $30/hr, and Neenah at $23/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG, TIG, 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. 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 welder fabricator openings if you want to compare this against similar roles.

Certifications this posting mentions

  • ASME Section IX — the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code qualification. It covers welding on pressure-retaining equipment — boilers, vessels, and process piping — where a failed weld is a safety incident rather than a rework ticket.

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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