Welder - 3rd Shift - Full Time
Company
High Associates Ltd.
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
At High Steel Structures, we don't just fabricate steel, we forge the backbone of America's infrastructure. With over one million tons of structural steel fabricated in the past two decades, we've earned our reputation as the fabricator of choice for complex bridge and transportation projects across North America.
From emergency repairs to large-scale design-build and P3 projects, our team delivers precision-engineered steel with the capacity, technology, and expertise to meet the most demanding projects, on time and on spec. We are currently seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join our 3rd-shift team!
Shift Details: 3rd shift operates four nights per week, Monday to Thursday, 8:30 PM - 7:00 AM . Your work week ends on Friday at 7:00 AM.
Employees must be flexible and available to work overtime as needed or required by business demands.
Shift Premium: 25% of your base salary for 3rd shift.
Responsibilities: Welders/Fabricators are responsible for performing fitting, layout, welding, finishing, grinding, and related operations to assemble and fabricate structural steel units, including bridges and other building products.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required; coursework or degree in welding/fabrication preferred.
Demonstrated welding experience with Stick, MIG, and/or Submerged Arc processes.
Ability to work from prints, specification tables, and use adjustable layout and measuring instruments.
Must pass the required welding certification test.
Why Work for High Steel Structures:
We prioritize our co-workers, offering excellent benefit programs, including:
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition Assistance with 100% reimbursement for approved, job-related courses and degrees
Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
High Family Foundation Scholarship for children of employees
Good Measure Award for exemplary contributions
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees
Vacation accrual and carry-over benefits
#J-18808-Ljbffr High Associates Ltd.
From emergency repairs to large-scale design-build and P3 projects, our team delivers precision-engineered steel with the capacity, technology, and expertise to meet the most demanding projects, on time and on spec. We are currently seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join our 3rd-shift team!
Shift Details: 3rd shift operates four nights per week, Monday to Thursday, 8:30 PM - 7:00 AM . Your work week ends on Friday at 7:00 AM.
Employees must be flexible and available to work overtime as needed or required by business demands.
Shift Premium: 25% of your base salary for 3rd shift.
Responsibilities: Welders/Fabricators are responsible for performing fitting, layout, welding, finishing, grinding, and related operations to assemble and fabricate structural steel units, including bridges and other building products.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required; coursework or degree in welding/fabrication preferred.
Demonstrated welding experience with Stick, MIG, and/or Submerged Arc processes.
Ability to work from prints, specification tables, and use adjustable layout and measuring instruments.
Must pass the required welding certification test.
Why Work for High Steel Structures:
We prioritize our co-workers, offering excellent benefit programs, including:
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition Assistance with 100% reimbursement for approved, job-related courses and degrees
Employee Assistance Program for confidential support
High Family Foundation Scholarship for children of employees
Good Measure Award for exemplary contributions
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees
Vacation accrual and carry-over benefits
#J-18808-Ljbffr High Associates Ltd.
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