Fabrication Technician

Sentry Equipment • Oconomowoc, WI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for driven, mechanically minded individuals to join our team as Fabrication Technicians . This is a hands‑on, multi‑disciplinary role supporting the production of our standard product lines. You’ll work in a cross‑functional fabrication cell performing assembly, welding, coiling, hydrotesting, engraving, and packaging—building high‑quality products that our customers rely on. As you grow from Level I through Level V, you’ll expand your technical capabilities, take on leadership responsibilities, and become a key contributor to continuous improvement across the department. What You’ll Do Core Responsibilities (All Levels) Perform mechanical and welding assembly per engineering specifications Operate and adjust fabrication equipment including saws, welders, grinders, and hydrotest stations Use scales, templates, tape measures, and gauges for inspection and layout Maintain accurate ERP records of parts and production progress Package products for shipment Safely operate forklifts, cranes, and lifting devices Follow all PPE and safety policies Participate in continuous improvement and lean initiatives “Operate and adjust machinery… Maintain accurate ERP records… Follow all PPE and safety policies at all times.” Role Levels Fabrication Technician I Perform basic mechanical assemblies using standardized work instructions Assist in operating saws, grinders, and basic tools Maintain part inventories and complete basic ERP transactions Support housekeeping and organization Begin learning tube straighteners and hydrotest machines Fabrication Technician II Perform welding, assembly, and hydrotesting independently Maintain accurate part and work‑order records Identify defective parts and perform in‑process testing Support packaging and material handling Fabrication Technician III Perform high‑volume TIG welds Become proficient with robotic welding systems and hydro rigs Assist in training new team members Maintain crane operation certifications Learn complex product builds Fabrication Technician IV Independently operate all cell equipment and adjust programming Troubleshoot quality issues and validate part accuracy Support inventory management and process flow improvements Mentor lower‑level technicians and help lead daily job sequencing Fabrication Technician V Demonstrate full proficiency across all matrix categories Program and operate advanced machinery including robotic systems and orbital welding Lead team training and validate skill certifications Represent the cell in planning and improvement initiatives Support leadership in safety audits and process changes

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience with mechanical assembly, welding, or machine operation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and technical drawings
• Basic TIG welding proficiency
• Ability to bend, reach, squat, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a shop environment
• Good spatial orientation, hand-eye coordination, and eyesight
• Familiarity with the safe operation of robotic systems.
• Positive attitude, ownership mentality, and strong teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and welding assembly per engineering specifications
• Operate and adjust fabrication equipment including saws, welders, grinders, and hydrotest stations
• Use scales, templates, tape measures, and gauges for inspection and layout
• Maintain accurate ERP records of parts and production progress
• Package products for shipment
• Safely operate forklifts, cranes, and lifting devices
• Follow all PPE and safety policies
• Participate in continuous improvement and lean initiatives
• Perform basic mechanical assemblies using standardized work instructions
• Assist in operating saws, grinders, and basic tools
• Maintain part inventories and complete basic ERP transactions
• Support housekeeping and organization
• Begin learning tube straighteners and hydrotest machines
• Perform welding, assembly, and hydrotesting independently
• Maintain accurate part and work‑order records
• Identify defective parts and perform in‑process testing
• Support packaging and material handling
• Perform high‑volume TIG welds
• Become proficient with robotic welding systems and hydro rigs
• Assist in training new team members
• Maintain crane operation certifications
• Learn complex product builds
• Independently operate all cell equipment and adjust programming
• Troubleshoot quality issues and validate part accuracy
• Support inventory management and process flow improvements
• Mentor lower‑level technicians and help lead daily job sequencing
• Demonstrate full proficiency across all matrix categories
• Program and operate advanced machinery including robotic systems and orbital welding
• Lead team training and validate skill certifications
• Represent the cell in planning and improvement initiatives
• Support leadership in safety audits and process changes

Benefits

• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) – you share in the success you help create
• Supportive environment for learning and early-career development
• Competitive pay, benefits, and long-term growth opportunities
• You’ll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
• We invest in developing technicians who want to grow, take on new challenges, and contribute to a culture built on safety, quality, and accountability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees