Welding Fabrication Assistant

Overview

The #1 thing that our people say they like about JRT is the people that they get to work with every day.

JOIN THE TEAM!

JRT Mechanical recruits quality people who want to provide the best service experience possible.

Are you looking for a company that cares about you, your family and its customers? We want to be your employer! JRT Mechanical is a company that is geared around its 4 Core Values.

• Driven
• Loyal
• Positive
• Honest

If you have a stable job history, have experience in the industry and share our values, we would like to talk to you about starting a long-term career with JRT Mechanical. We are a family‑owned business with family values, offering a competitive wage with excellent benefits. We appreciate our people!

JRT is seeking a highly motivated, production‑oriented individual to join our fabrication team. As a Welding Fabrication Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring projects are completed accurately and on schedule. This position is ideal for someone with basic welding knowledge who is eager to learn advanced skills, including CNC operation, in JRT's Fabrication Shop in Battle Ground, Washington.

• Use grinders, bandsaws, and chop saws to prep material for welding
• Read and follow ISO drawings to assist with part assembly
• Perform basic welding tasks and use oxy‑acetylene torches for cutting
• Safely move and secure heavy materials using shop rigging equipment

• Must be able to work 40+ hours per week; overtime may be required
• Good communication and teamwork skills (not afraid to ask questions)
• Capable of independent problem‑solving and troubleshooting issues
• Experience using hand and power tools (grinders, bandsaw, chop saw)
• Strong understanding of basic geometry and the ability to accurately convert fractions to decimals
• Some prior welding experience (MIG/Stick/TIG) and experience with oxy‑acetylene torches and rigging
• Convert fractions to decimals (down to 1/16”) and use basic geometry for layouts

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacations/Holidays
• Paid Training
• Wellness program
• 401k Profit Sharing
• Supplemental plans (Ex. Accident, Disability)
• And many more!

This is a Safety Sensitive Position

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Drug‑Free Workplace

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Pay is offered based on experience.

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: $18 - $32 depending on experience.