About this role
Yellowstone Local is proud to represent Western Utility Telecom, an industry leader in custom steel fabrication for communication towers and utility structures. Bring your welding and fabrication skills to a team where precision matters and the steel you build supports critical utility and telecom infrastructure. What’s in it for You? Pay: $22 to $32 per hour Full-time employment Day and weekend shifts available Weekend shift differential 401(k) with company match Health, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Retirement plan Why You’ll Love It Here Work in an AISC Certified Shop focused on quality structural steel fabrication Build your welding skills through an in-house welder certification program Work on steel components used in utility and telecommunications infrastructure Join a team that values accurate fabrication, solid workmanship, and attention to detail Receive clear communication and consistent feedback from leadership Explore opportunities to advance your fabrication skills and take on greater responsibility See the results of your work take shape on the shop floor every day Your New Role Work as a Welder/Fitter in Salem, Oregon, fabricating structural steel components for utility and telecom projects Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and engineering specifications Fit, cut, and weld structural steel components according to project specifications Perform GMAW spray transfer welding and FCAW welding applications Use plasma cutting and oxy/fuel cutting equipment Lay out and fabricate fixtures and specialized steel components Inspect completed welds and fabricated components for quality and conformance with applicable AWS standards Use measuring, layout, welding, and fabrication tools accurately Assist with equipment maintenance and general shop operations Keep your work area safe and organized Work on your feet for extended periods in an active industrial fabrication environment Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.