Certified Structural Steel Welder – D1.1
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Posted: February 8, 2026
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Certified Structural Steel Welder – Fabrication (AWS D1.1) in Coatesville, PA, with 5:00 AM start, 10-hour shifts, and a ½-hour lunch break, in a 60,000 SF AISC Advanced fabrication shop.
Required Skills
Job Description
Certified Structural Steel Welder – Fabrication (AWS D1.1)
Location: Coatesville, PA
Pay: $26–$34/hour (based on experience & certifications)
Schedule: 5:00 AM start | 10-hour shifts | ½-hour lunch
Facility: 60,000 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 certified 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 auto racking systems.
Experience Required
2+ years structural steel welding experience
Current or prior AWS welding certifications (D1.1 / D1.5 preferred)
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 ($26–$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