Position Summary

The Fabrication Shop Helper assists skilled fabricators, welders, and machinists in daily shop operations. This role involves preparing materials, maintaining equipment, ensuring a clean and safe work environment, and supporting production tasks to meet project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist fabricators and welders with setup and preparation of materials
• Load, unload, and move raw materials and finished products
• Clean, grind, deburr, and prep metal or other materials for fabrication
• Operate basic shop tools and equipment (e.g., drills, saws, grinders)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow safety procedures and wear required protective equipment (PPE)
• Help with measuring, cutting, and assembling parts under supervision
• Perform basic quality checks and report issues to supervisors
• Organize tools, materials, and supplies
• Assist with inventory tracking and restocking materials

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous experience in a fabrication shop or industrial setting is a plus but not required
• Ability to use basic hand tools and power tools
• Willingness to learn fabrication and welding processes 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Ability to work in a shop environment, including heat, noise, and fumes
• Manual dexterity and steady hand-eye coordination