Prefab Welder

Cache Valley Electric • Salt Lake City, UT

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Support the electrical prefab operation by producing safe, consistent, and code-compliant MIG-welded assemblies. This position is responsible for welding, material preparation, fabrication, quality control, and maintaining a safe and efficient shop environment. When welding is not required, the Prefab MIG Welder will assist with other electrical prefab activities as needed.

Requirements

• Safety-minded with a strong commitment to safe work practices.
• MIG Welder Certification required.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and performing basic repairs on welding and fabrication equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret basic shop drawings, sketches, and work instructions.
• Ability to accurately measure and work with basic dimensions and tolerances.
• Basic math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Good organization, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and dependable.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and remain on your feet for extended periods in a shop environment.
• Willingness to support lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and prefab efficiency initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on assigned prefab assemblies according to approved shop drawings, sketches, and work instructions.
• Cut, measure, fit, and prepare materials for welding and fabrication.
• Produce consistent welds with proper fusion and penetration while minimizing spatter and controlling heat input to reduce distortion.
• Safely operate, inspect, and maintain welding and fabrication equipment, including: MIG welders, Hydraulic punches, Shears and brakes, Cutoff and grinding wheels, Oxy-acetylene torches, Die grinders, Drill presses, Vises, Hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Select and use the appropriate materials, tools, and welding techniques for each application.
• Measure and inspect completed assemblies to ensure they meet required dimensions, tolerances, drawings, and quality standards.
• Identify potential design or fabrication improvements and provide recommendations to improve product quality, efficiency, and manufacturability.
• Communicate material and supply needs, including steel, welding wire, tips, nozzles, shielding gas, clamps, and replacement parts, to prevent unnecessary downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Identify and report equipment, material, quality, or safety issues promptly.
• Support lean manufacturing and prefab efficiency initiatives.
• Assist with other electrical prefab and fabrication activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on the needs of the operation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Industry-leading, low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits designed to provide exceptional value for employees and their families
• Discretionary Yearly bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Up to 15% yearly profit sharing
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed