Shop Technician - Welder

TerraTherm, Inc. • Gardner, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Technician - Welder is a self-motivated, safety-focused, and mechanically inclined professional responsible for supporting welding, fabrication, repair, and maintenance of environmental equipment. This role operates within a collaborative team environment under the guidance of the Shop Manager. Strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to follow detailed instructions are essential to success.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working independently in a shop environment performing welding, fabrication, and mechanical repair.
• Ability to bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• General computer skills required.
• Safety-driven mindset with strong communication skills
• Proficient in mechanical assembly, welding assembly, and fitting components according to drawings, work orders, and supervisor direction.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and repairing pumps, filtration systems, and remediation equipment using a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Experienced in performing routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and compliance with shop standards.
• Strong background in inventory control, tool tracking, material organization, and maintaining efficient workflow in a high-activity shop environment.
• Able to bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds as part of daily shop and warehouse duties.
• Competent with basic computer systems for work orders, inventory tracking, documentation, and shop communication.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a two‑year technical trade program preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of welding experience preferred, including MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Familiarity with a wide range of mechanical skills preferred, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and welding.
• General Trades Knowledge — Familiarity with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general mechanical systems used in equipment repair and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Support assembly welding, fabrication, repair, and maintenance of environmental equipment.
• Assist with delivery of inventoried, inspected, tested, and organized materials and equipment to meet project schedules.
• Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on shop and field equipment.
• Follow work orders and repair schedules to ensure equipment is maintained to standard.
• Conduct and support assembly welding and mechanical assembly of various components.
• Support repair and maintenance of pumps, filtration systems, and remediation equipment using hand tools and shop equipment.
• Contribute to shop organization, standardization, and workflow efficiency.
• Ensure accurate inventory, proper inspection, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Assist with warehouse inventory control and tracking systems.
• Follow established systems for tracking shop tools, equipment, assets, and materials.
• Perform stockroom duties, including counting and categorizing parts.
• Complete general housekeeping tasks, such as trash removal, sweeping, and snow removal.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Shop Manager.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities.
• Flexibility to explore new roles and projects nationwide.
• Competitive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, company-paid life insurance, and short and long-term disability.
• Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and license bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED