Fabrication Welder Trainee

Position Summary

The Fabrication Trainee/Cleaner supports the fabrication, assembly, and repair of billboard structures. The trainee must have experience with MIG and/or stick welding, be comfortable working with steel.

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

• Ensures the weld shop remains clean and organized, duties include sweeping, clearing metal scrap, organizing tools and raw materials.
• Manual metalwork accurately measures and drill holes in various metal components using magnetic drills based on project specifications.
• Material handling assist in loading and unloading metal stock, moving parts between workstations and preparing raw materials for senior fabricators.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
• Operate fabrication machinery, grinders, torches, and cutting tools.
• Ensure all work meets OSHA safety standards and internal quality requirements.
• Assist with installation or repair of billboards when needed (including occasional travel to job sites).
• Maintain welding equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Performs similar or related duties as required or assigned.

This work environment is mostly outdoors in all weather conditions.

The physical requirements listed for this job are not exhaustive and additional requirements may be added as needed. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion:
The incumbent may frequently be required to lift approximately 100 pounds without restrictions or limitations.

Vision:
The incumbent must possess close, midrange, distance, and peripheral vision; as well as the ability to identify colors, judge distances and adjust focus.

Speaking/Hearing:
The incumbent must be able to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination:
The incumbent in this position is frequently required to: use their hands and reach with their hands and arms. The incumbent is periodically required to: sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to: stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch or bend.

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in welding preferred.
• Certification in welding (AWS or equivalent) is a plus.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
• Proficiency in MIG and Stick welding; TIG experience is a bonus.
• Comfortable working at heights and outdoors when necessary.
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and craftsmanship.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Strong desire to develop a career in metal fabrication and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Monday – Friday

Medical insurance, 401(k) with company match, Paid Time Off and holidays

Lindmark Companies is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/ADA/ADEA employer.