Welder / Fabricator

TEL Staffing & HR

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Fairhope, Alabama

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CONTRACTOR

$25-$35/hr

Updated 09/14/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

TEL Staffing is seeking a Welder to join our team in Fairhope, AL.

•High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of welding experience or completion of an accredited two-year welder's training program and two years of welding experience required;

Purpose of Position:

To prepare and repair various components using standard welding principles and in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals.

Essential Functions:

(must be able to perform these functions, with or without a reasonable accommodation).

Weld Repair components in accordance with overhaul manual using a variety of welding methods including TIG, MIG, Stick, Braze Rod, Spot Weld, Silver Soldier.

Operates drill press, grit blast machine, ovens and other associated equipment in the support of the production schedule

Uses oven to heat-treat parts regularly

Reviews traveler and reads welding prints for direction

Repair and/or restore parts using welding equipment/torches

Retrieves and moves gas cylinders from holding area using a dolly as necessary

Travels as required

Confers with manager/lead to recommend changes such as: equipment utilization, production methods and procedures to increase efficiency of department and promote improvement

Attends all safety and health training, as required, in a timely manner

Works when scheduled and complies with company attendance policy

Works overtime as needed

Observes and practices all safety procedures and personal policies (e.g. Safety-glasses, ear plugs, face shields etc.)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

(these are required to enable job holder to perform the essential functions of the job)

Must be proficient using a variety of hand tools such as hand grinders, die grinders for assigned maintenance tasks

Must be knowledgeable in welding techniques, (oxygen-acetylene, electric arc, and TIG), tools and equipment

Must have sills in the fabrication, joining and repair of a variety of metal objects, equipment, fixtures and structures

Must be proficient in using a variety of hand tools, special tools, and GSE required to perform assigned maintenance tasks

Must be able to work in a relatively loud environment.

Must be able to maintain an effective working relationship with, and among co-workers and supervisors

Must be able to work with little or no supervision and to take initiative

Must be able to use applied knowledge to formulate positive solutions to problem situations

Must be able to apply common sense

Must be able to effectively read, write and communicate in English

Must be proficient in company specific software and Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using fractions and decimals; compute percentages, area, circumference, volume, ratios, rates and interpret graphs

Must be able to comply with OSHA requirements and standards to properly wear all applicable PPE

Must have knowledge of precision measuring tools/equipment (and electrical)

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and more, with assistance occasionally

Must be able to see within normal range of vision with or without corrective lenses

Must be able to hear running machinery

Must be able to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively

Must have exceptional eye-hand coordination

Must regularly be able to reach overhead

Must regularly be able to squat, bend, twist and stand

Must be able to walk around regularly using steps occasionally

Ability to provide verifications of US citizenship or permanent residency to satisfy

ITAR/EAR

restrictions

Marginal Functions:

(Duties that are likely to be assigned to this person, unless he/she proves unable to perform them after receiving training and/or accommodations that the company judges appropriate)

Other duties as assigned

Work Conditions:

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibrations.

TEL Staffing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Requirements

Experience and Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of welding experience or completion of an accredited two-year welder's training program and two years of welding experience required;

Certified Welder in accordance with AWSD17 or equivalent in various alloy used at Segers Aero Corporation.

Must pass a criminal background check

Must pass a DOT FAA pre-employment drug screen and comply with all FAA regulations.

Position is considered safety-sensitive in accordance with DOT and FAA regulations and as such, subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA's regulations.

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