Casella Construction is seeking to hire a Heavy Equipment Welder & Fabricator to join our Maintenance Team in Pittsford, Vermont. The Heavy Equipment Welder & Fabricator is responsible for fabricating and repairing equipment components, including building buckets from scratch, interpreting blueprints, and working on aggregate crushers and other machinery. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong background in welding and fabrication, particularly in the heavy equipment and aggregate industries.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional with a strong background in welding, fabrication, and heavy equipment repair. They take pride in precision work, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Fabricate and weld heavy equipment components including buckets, frames, and structural parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Use MIG, Stick, plasma cutters, and oxy-acetylene torches proficiently.
• Fabricate buckets, booms, and structural components from scratch using blueprints or by creating patterns when none exist.
• Inspect welds and finished products for quality and conformance to specifications.
• Collaborate with mechanics and technicians to ensure equipment is fabricated and repaired to operational standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with OSHA and company safety policies.
• Lead or assist in field installations and repairs with minimal supervision.
• Communicate daily progress and inventory needs to management.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work van or shop area.
• Represent the company professionally on job sites and with clients.
• Training requirements, both in person and online, as needed or required

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of welding and fabrication experience in a heavy equipment or industrial setting.
• Up to 10 years of experience preferred for candidates seeking a lead role.
• Proficiency in MIG, Stick welding, plasma cutting, and torch work is required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience fabricating from scratch and working with aggregate crushers is a strong plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and work in physically demanding environments.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and carry up to 50–75 lbs regularly.
• Stand, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Work in various conditions including outdoors, confined spaces, and elevated platforms.
• Operate heavy tools and machinery safely and effectively.
• Tolerate exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and temperature fluctuations.
• Wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for extended periods, including welding helmets, gloves, and respirators when necessary.
• Maintain physical and mental alertness during long shifts and while performing repetitive tasks.

Attributes:

• Ability to remain flexible as assignments change 
• Self-motivated and able to manage tasks without constant supervision.
• Ability to work collaborative, communicates effectively, and contributes to a positive team environment.
• Exhibit attention to detail 
• Strong bias for action and sense of urgency. Resolves issues quickly 
• Take initiative and be self-motivated, always looking for improvement opportunities 

Casella Construction offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, supplemental insurances, and 401(k) retirement options including a company match. 

About our Company:

Joseph Casella and John Casella II are the second generation of the Casella family, carrying on a legacy that was built on hard work, grit, determination, and most of all, innovation. Together with a team equally committed to exemplifying the highest industry standards, and reinventing systems to create effective solutions when old methods no longer serve new thinking, Casella Construction has evolved to become an industry-leading company in the field.

Our strength is in our team, who we continue to invest in and depend on to help expand critical areas of our business, including heavy highway construction, demolition, utility installation, environmental contracting, commercial site development, land management, aggregate, transportation, and fleet maintenance.

Casella Construction’s success is attributed to our employees’ love of the industry, our leadership’s drive to remain at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship, and our collective ability to thrive in dynamic situations.