Fabrication Welder Technician

Now hiring for a Fabrication Welder Technician - Direct Hire

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Pay Rate:$32.06 per hour

Schedule:6 AM - 4:30 PM

Put in the Work, Reap the Rewards: Fabrication Welder Technicians Wanted.

Looking for Fabrication Welder Technician jobs in Chattanooga where your skills can make a real impact? This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a growing team, develop your experience, and build a rewarding career in a professional work environment.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, technical layouts, and work instructions.
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills required.

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of welding experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Automotive manufacturing experience required, preferably in Assembly, Injection Molding, or Paint operations.
• Hands-on experience with MIG and spot welding required; TIG and Stick welding experience is a plus.
• Experience fabricating and repairing components made from steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong fabrication, welding, and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience building, modifying, and repairing JIGs, fixtures, storage racks, and production equipment.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
• Knowledge of 5S, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move tools, materials, and equipment components.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment around welding, fabrication, and production equipment.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.

Job Duties

• Maintain, repair, and modify JIGs, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment to support production operations.
• Perform MIG and spot welding repairs and fabrication work as needed.
• Fabricate, rebuild, and improve fixtures, JIGs, storage racks, and support equipment.
• Inspect and restore tooling and equipment to ensure proper function and production readiness.
• Monitor JIG availability and coordinate repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Support production teams by troubleshooting and resolving JIG and fixture issues.
• Follow all safety, quality, standardized work, and 5S requirements.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and ensure tools and equipment are in proper working condition.
• Communicate safety, quality, and operational concerns and assist with training on safe work practices.

Note: This is a fabrication and maintenance-focused role that requires welding expertise, but it is not a full-time welding position. Ideal candidates will have experience in fabrication, welding, JIG and fixture repair, automotive manufacturing, industrial maintenance, and equipment troubleshooting.

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

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