Industrial Fabricator - Welding & Fit-Up

HireLevel is looking for a Industrial Fabricator - Welding & Fit-Up in Carrier Mills, IL 

This is a hands-on role requiring the ability to work from fabrication drawings, perform layout and fit-up, and execute welding tasks. This is not strictly a production welding role—candidates should be comfortable supporting the full fabrication process from layout through final assembly.

Job Type:  Full Time

Location: Carrier Mills, IL

Shift: Monday Through Friday: 7:00am – 5:00pm 

Compensation: $23.00 - $28.00/hr. (Based on Experience) 

· Read and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications

· Perform layout and fit-up of fabricated components

· Prepare materials and assemblies for welding

· Verify measurements and alignment prior to welding

· Assist in assembling fabricated components

· Perform welding using applicable processes, including:

· FCAW (Dual Shield)

· GMAW (MIG)

· SMAW (Stick)

· Maintain weld quality and shop fabrication standards

· Complete a dual shield weld test as part of the hiring process

· Maintain a clean and organized work area

· Support shop workflow and production timelines

· Assist with material handling and movement of components

· Work collaboratively with shop team members

· Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements

· Maintain fabrication quality standards and accuracy

· Identify issues early to prevent rework

· Ensure safe operation of shop equipment

· Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial fabrication, welding, fit-up, or related heavy industrial/shop environments

· Experience working in a fabrication or heavy industrial shop environment

· Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications

· Experience performing layout and fit-up of fabricated components

· Hands-on welding experience in a shop environment

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven fabrication shop

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

· Ability to work safely and effectively as part of a team

· Certified welder

· Experience with FCAW (Flux-Core / Dual Shield)

· Experience with GMAW (MIG), SMAW (Stick), or GTAW (TIG)

· Experience in mining, heavy industrial, or structural fabrication

· Experience with layout of complex assemblies

· Hands-on fabrication work supporting mining and industrial projects

· Opportunity to work on full build processes, not just production welding

· Shop environment focused on quality, craftsmanship, and execution

· Join a team that values accountability and teamwork

 

HireLevel is an equal opportunity employer.