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Senior Fabricator Jered
LLC - 3.5
Portsmouth, VA Job Details Full-time 20 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) Saws Mechanical blueprint interpretation Inspection tools Mechanical fabrication TIG welding Interpreting technical drawings Forklift GD&T High school diploma or GED Measuring instruments Joining process implementation Pipe welding Crane Gas metal arc welding Flux-cored welding Full Job Description
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN PORTSMOUTH, VA.
At Jered LLC, a PAR Systems Company and leader in engineered solutions for naval and maritime systems, Senior Fabricators are the cornerstone of our commitment to excellence. We are expanding our Welding Fabrication Team and looking for highly skilled professionals who bring precision, pride, and deep technical expertise to their craft. In this role, you'll apply advanced welding techniques, including GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and SAW, to fabricate mission-critical components to exacting MILSPEC standards. Whether fitting intricate assemblies or mentoring junior fabricators, your craftsmanship directly supports the performance and reliability of systems used by the U.S. Navy and global maritime partners. At Jered, your work doesn't just build parts, it helps power operations that make a global impact.
Success Criteria:
As a Senior Fabricator, you'll spend most of your time fabricating, fitting, and welding intricate steel structures using GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and SAW techniques. The most successful team members bring expert knowledge, an eye for precision, and a strong safety-first mindset. They don't just meet expectations, they model best practices and elevate the performance of everyone around them. You'll work in a high-output manufacturing environment where precision, collaboration, and adaptability are key. Challenges include maintaining certification across multiple weld processes, troubleshooting equipment, interpreting complex drawings, and mentoring junior fabricators. Success means hitting production goals without sacrificing quality and building a team culture rooted in learning and craftsmanship.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED 5+ years of advanced welding experience in a heavy industrial environment Current certifications in GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW Proficient in reading engineering drawings and welding symbols Skilled in MILSPEC-level fabrication Able to pass advanced weld qualification tests, including 6G pipe Proficient with forklifts, cranes, precision measurement tools, and GD&T US persons
Preferred Qualifications:
Technical school diploma or advanced fabrication certifications SAW welding and setup experience Master Rigger certification Experience with aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, and nickel alloy You've learned about what you'll be doing, here are the benefits you'll gain when you join our team: Global team recognized for their passion of inventing First-of-a-kind product culture and project exposure Training and development from industry-leading experts Cutting edge benefit programs that include: 401(k) & matching; Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; Disability & Life Insurance; PTO, Paid Holidays, & Parental Leave for both Parents; Tuition Reimbursement Jered, a PAR Systems company, is an equal opportunity employer and we value inclusion and diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We use AI to assist with sorting applications, but real humans do all the evaluating and deciding. If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources department if you require accommodation during the interview or assessment process and we will support your accessibility needs. #
