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JGM - USA

Structural Steel Welder

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What they do

An Iron or Steel Worker installs iron or steel beams, girders or columns that create the structural frame for tall buildings, bridges or other large structures.

$61,327 / year median in Pennsylvania

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Structural Steel Welder•Fabrication (AWS D1.1)
Location:
Coatesville, PA Pay:
$22•34/hour (based on experience & certifications)
Schedule:
5:00 AM start | 10-hour shifts | 30 minute lunch
Facility:
65,000 SF AISC Advanced fabrication shop (growing) Build America•Build a Career with Purpose. JGM Fabricators & Constructors is an AISC Advanced Certified Fabrication Shop expanding to support complex, high-profile bridge projects across the U.S. We are hiring structural steel welders who take pride in safety, quality, and precision—and want a career that supports long-term financial well-being. Our teams fabricate steel for Data centers, stadiums, conveyor structures, and automated-racking systems. Experience Required 2+ years structural steel welding experience Current or prior AWS welding certifications preferred (D1.1 / D1.5) AISC fabrication shop experience preferred Strong focus on weld quality, accuracy, and safety Ability to work in a team-driven, safety-first environment Supporting continuous improvement initiatives Key Responsibilities Weld bridge components using FCAW, GMAW/MIG, SAW, and SMAW in accordance with
AWS D1.1
Interpret weld symbols, WPSs, and shop drawings Perform weld prep, grinding, gouging, and cleanup as required Work safely with overhead cranes, fixtures, and heavy plate assemblies Maintain compliance with AISC, AWS, and OSHA safety standards Why JGM Work on iconic infrastructure projects that matter Safety and quality are non-negotiable Clear paths for certifications, advancement, and leadership A company that believes hard work should lead to financial stability and opportunity A company you can retire from Learn more about our Apprentice to Millionaire Program Benefits & Perks Competitive hourly pay ($22•34/hr) Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance PTO & Paid Holidays 401(k) with company match Life Insurance Short•& Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Generous employee referral program Training and continuing education Fabrication Shop Perks Daily snack & drink allowance Annual safety boot allowance (on-site truck visit) Annual prescription safety glasses program Overtime available Lunch provided every other Friday Who Thrives Here Welders who care deeply about safety, quality, and reputation Craftsmen who want more than a job—a career building America Team players who want to grow skills, earnings, and leadership ##FF1 You should be proficient in: OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10) Welding Setups for Production Blueprint Reading Machines & technologies you'll use: Surface Grinder Flux-Cored Arc Welder Overhead Crane Gantry Robot