Welder/Fabrication Technician
About The Position
Build Your Career with Martin Equipment. Join the Martin Equipment family! As a fourth-generation, family-owned John Deere Construction dealership with nearly 100 years of success, we take pride in our people, our culture, and the quality of workmanship we deliver every day. We are currently seeking a full-time Welder/Fabrication Technician to join our team. In this hands-on role, you'll use your welding and fabrication expertise to repair, modify, and build metal components and equipment while working with a variety of fabrication machinery and tools in a professional shop environment.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1-3 years of welding and fabrication experience
- Strong welding, fabrication, and mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical specifications
- Knowledge of fabrication equipment and machine operation
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Commitment to workplace safety and Martin Equipment's safety culture
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, lifting, and crouching
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Manual dexterity to safely operate tools and equipment
- Adequate vision and hearing for detailed work and communication
Nice To Haves
- Fabrication certification preferred
- Welding certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Operate fabrication and machine shop equipment, including saws, press brakes, plasma tables, lathes, mills, and other metalworking machinery
- Read and interpret blueprints, welding drawings, and fabrication specifications
- Fabricate, assemble, and weld components using various welding processes
- Set up machines and equipment for production and fabrication projects
- Inspect materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met
- Measure and verify dimensions for accuracy and proper fit
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform basic machine maintenance
- Complete production records, inspection reports, and other required documentation
- Conduct quality and safety checks on equipment and completed work
- Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and PPE requirements
- Operate equipment and tools safely and efficiently
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Benefits
- 100% company-paid health insurance premium for employee and family
- $40,000 company-paid life insurance and AD&D
- Employee-paid dental, vision, disability, and voluntary life insurance
- Flexible spending account option available
- Uniform service
- Safety boot reimbursement
- Union pension plan (local 649)
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
