Fabricator & Welder

Lucas MWF is in search of an experienced fabricator who can enhance our fabrication team. This position will expose you to a wide variety of projects both in the shop and out in the elements. In addition to working with a variety of metals, plastics, and wood types, other materials are often utilized in our projects. He/she will need to be self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented, and collaborate in a team environment.

• A weld test will be mandatory in aluminum, stainless and mild steel.
• This position requires an up-to-date resume. Please have one prepared to submit at the close of your application.

• Full time, year-round
• Daily salary, weekly pay
• Day shifts, 8-10 hours per day
• Project-based timelines
• Mobile repair, exposed to the elements
• Possible travel, within 100 miles

• Work interdependently to accomplish tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Responsible for a wide variety of fabrication projects ranging from small items/assemblies to structures and equipment.
• Performs a range of duties including but not limited to:
  • Study and interpret assembly instructions
  • Fabricate and assemble structural steel products
  • Read and interpret blueprints and sketches
  • Interpret measurements
  • Operate equipment, including but not limited to lathes, drill press, grinders, saw and cutting table, forklifts, scissor lifts, telescopic forklifts, booms, and material lifts.
• Willingness to periodically complete mobile welding operations

• Must possess a wide range of your own basic hand tools and mechanical skills
• Must have experience in metal fabrication, at least 5 years of hands-on experience preferred
• High school diploma / equivalent
• Knowledge of welding techniques: MIG, TIG, Stick, FCAW, and Brazing
• Capable of using oxy/fuel torch
• Knowledge of all common metal types including but not limited to copper, light-weight aluminum, industrial iron metals, stainless steel, carbon steel, nickel, copper, and aluminum.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics
• Ability to interpret measurements, read fractions, and a tape measure
• Ability to read shop prints
• Understanding of basic hand and power tools and their use
• Ability to continuously move and lift 50 or more pounds
• Ability to promote workplace safety and lead by example
• Insurable driver’s license a must (through our provider)
• Reliable transportation

$22-25 per hour, depending on experience

• Competitive base pay
• On-the-job training in other niche areas such as, but not limited to, abrasive blasting, coatings, machining, blacksmithing, and equipment repair