Welder

Job Description

Position: Welder / Fitter (Full-Time)

Position Overview

SPS West is seeking a full-time Welder/Fitter to support in-house fabrication of industrial equipment and assemblies. This role is hands-on and production-focused, requiring strong TIG and MIG welding skills across carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. Journeyman certification is not required; demonstrated skill, reliability, and pride in workmanship are non-negotiable.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform TIG and MIG welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum components
  

• Fit, tack, and weld parts based on drawings, sketches, or verbal instructions
  

• Fabricate small to medium-sized assemblies, frames, enclosures, and custom components
  

• Maintain weld quality to internal standards (appearance, penetration, consistency)
  

• Work collaboratively with shop leads, engineers, and other trades
  

• Assist with general fabrication tasks as required (cutting, grinding, drilling, assembly)
  

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
  

• Follow shop safety procedures and quality expectations
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong TIG and MIG welding experience (shop or industrial environment)
  

• Proven ability to weld:
  

  • Carbon steel
    

  • Stainless steel
    

  • Aluminum
    

• Ability to read basic fabrication drawings and measurements
  

• Comfortable fitting parts before welding
  

• Solid understanding of weld preparation, joint types, and distortion control
  

• Reliable, punctual, and accountable
  

Preferred (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience with light structural fabrication or enclosures
  

• Experience working with thin-gauge materials
  

• Forklift or shop equipment experience
  

• Pressure welding experience (not required)
  

What We Offer

• Full-time, steady work in a growing manufacturing environment
  

• Competitive hourly wage based on skill and experience
  

• Modern shop with in-house fabrication capabilities
  

• Opportunity to grow skills across multiple materials and product lines
  

• Straightforward culture: quality work, reasonable expectations, no nonsense
  

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Consistently clean, repeatable welds across all three materials
  

• Minimal rework and strong attention to detail
  

• Ability to work independently while supporting team throughput
  

• Showing up, taking ownership, and getting things done
  

If you're passionate about industrial engineered specialty products and thrive in a dynamic, people-driven environment, this is your chance to join a vibrant team leading the way in:

• Specialty Metal Fabrication 
  
• Welding
  
• Fluid and Fuel Handling Systems
  
• Engineered Solutions
  
• Custom Skid Packages
  

At SPS West, innovation and growth aren't just buzzwords—they're the foundation of everything we do.