Structural Steel Welder (AWS D1.1)

JGM•Coatesville, PA

5d•$22 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Structural Steel Welder – Fabrication (AWS D1.1) Location: Coatesville, PA Pay: $22–$34/hour (based on experience & certifications) Schedule: 5:00 AM start | 10-hour shifts | ½-hour lunch Facility: 60,000 SF AISC Advanced fabrication shop (growing) Build America--- Build a Career with Purpose. JGM Fabricators & Constructors is an AISC Advanced Certified Fabrication Shop expanding to support complex, high-profile bridge projects across the U.S. We are hiring structural steel welders who take pride in safety, quality, and precision—and want a career that supports long-term financial well-being. Our teams fabricate steel for Data centers, stadiums, conveyor structures, and automated-racking systems.

Requirements

2+ years structural steel welding experience
Strong focus on weld quality, accuracy, and safety
Ability to work in a team-driven, safety-first environment
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Nice To Haves

Current or prior AWS welding certifications preferred (D1.1 / D1.5)
AISC fabrication shop experience preferred

Responsibilities

Weld bridge components using FCAW, GMAW/MIG, SAW, and SMAW in accordance with AWS D1.1
Interpret weld symbols, WPSs, and shop drawings
Perform weld prep, grinding, gouging, and cleanup as
Work safely with overhead cranes, fixtures, and heavy plate assemblies
Maintain compliance with AISC, AWS, and OSHA safety standards