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Fabrication Welder


Job Location:

Waterloo, WI - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 25 - 29
Posted: 22 August 2026 (26 days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Fabrication Welder

Location: Waterloo IA
Pay: $25$29/hour DOE
Employment Type: Direct Hire Full-Time Onsite
Schedule: First Shift

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Fabrication Welder for a direct-hire opportunity in Waterloo Iowa. This is a hands-on manufacturing position responsible for welding and fabricating large and small weldments while working from blueprints and production requirements.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment and is comfortable laying out parts fabricating assemblies taking accurate measurements and producing quality welds to print specifications.

Key Responsibilities
  • Weld and fabricate large and small weldments according to blueprint requirements.
  • Read and interpret blueprints fabrication drawings dimensions and specifications.
  • Lay out fit and fabricate parts and assemblies as required.
  • Measure components accurately using tape measures squares angle squares calipers and other measuring tools.
  • Perform grinding fitting material preparation and other fabrication-related work.
  • Use hand tools air tools handheld grinders and other shop equipment.
  • Safely handle and position steel and fabricated components using overhead cranes and material-handling equipment.
  • Inspect work for dimensional accuracy and overall quality.
  • Complete assigned work within established production schedules.
  • Maintain a clean organized and safe work area.
  • Follow all company safety quality and production procedures.
Required Qualifications
  • 2 years of welding experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
  • Strong hands-on fabrication welding experience.
  • Ability to read and work from blueprints.
  • Ability to lay out fit and fabricate components from prints.
  • Proficiency with fractions decimals and shop mathematics.
  • Ability to accurately use tape measures squares angle squares calipers and related measuring tools.
  • Experience using grinders air tools hand tools and other common fabrication equipment.
  • Comfortable working around overhead cranes and steel-handling operations.
  • Ability to pass a weld test.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding fabrication work.
  • Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.
  • Must be able to work first shift onsite in Waterloo Iowa.
  • Local candidates only.
Additional Requirements

Candidates must be able to successfully complete required pre-employment screening including a drug screening and background check.

Compensation & Benefits
  • $25$29/hour based on experience
  • Full-time direct-hire position
  • Full benefits
  • First-shift schedule

$25$29/hour DOE Direct Hire Full-Time First Shift Full Benefits Onsite in Waterloo IA Local Candidates Only No Relocation Assistance