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Welder / Fitter – Overhead Crane Fabrication

United StatesUnited States·AshlandContract-To-Hiremid
WelderSkilled Trades & Field Services
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Welder / Fitter – Overhead Crane Fabrication Location: Ashland, VAJob Type: Contract-to-HireSchedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, with Saturdays as neededStarting Pay: $26.00/hour,

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WelderSkilled Trades & Field Services

Location: Ashland, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, with Saturdays as needed
Starting Pay: $26.00/hour, with potential for higher pay based on experience.

We are hiring a skilled Welder/Fitter to fabricate and weld components for overhead cranes and related equipment. This role requires the ability to work from shop drawings, interpret welding symbols, and produce high-quality Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) welds that meet applicable AWS standards.

  • Fit, fabricate, and weld crane components using shop drawings.

  • Produce quality FCAW welds in accordance with AWS D1.1 and D14.1 standards.

  • Interpret welding symbols and fabrication specifications.

  • Pass a full-penetration vertical weld test and an overhead fillet weld test.

  • Follow safety procedures in a heavy industrial environment.

  • Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.

  • Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

  • Work 10-hour shifts and Saturdays when required.

  • Welding and fitting experience in an industrial or fabrication environment.

  • Ability to read shop drawings and interpret AWS welding symbols.

  • Experience with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW).

  • Ability to meet the required vertical full-penetration and overhead fillet weld test standards.

  • Understanding of AWS D1.1 and D14.1 welding standards.

  • Ability to work safely in a heavy industrial setting and lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Dependable attendance and commitment to quality workmanship.

  • Contract-to-hire opportunity, with potential for full-time employment after 90 days.

  • $850 sign-on bonus after six months of employment.

  • Benefits upon full-time hire include 401(k), ESOP, paid time off (PTO), health, dental, vision, and life insurance.

If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Where is the job
Ashland, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

About this job

Pay per year
≈ $54,080 a year
4% below the $56,420 median for Welder jobs on Jobera (96 salaries).
Who can apply
United States
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Posted
October 19, 2026
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October 19, 2026
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October 19, 2026

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Welder / Fitter – Overhead Crane Fabrication$26.00/hour