Fabrication Welder – 1st Shift (AWS D1.1 or D1.5)

Structural Steel Welder – Bridge Fabrication (AWS D1.5) 

Location: Sinking Spring, PA 
Pay: $22–$34/hour (based on experience & certifications) 
Schedule: 5:00 AM start | 10-hour shifts |30 minute lunch 
Facility: 75,000 SF AISC Advanced Bridge Certified fabrication shop (growing) 

Build America’s Bridges. Build a Career with Purpose. 

JGM Fabricators & Constructors is an AISC Advanced Bridge Certified Fabrication Shop expanding to support complex, high-profile bridge projects across the U.S. We are hiring 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 Lift Bridges, Railroad Bridges, Trestle Bridges, Bus Terminals, Main Spans, and Approaches, all built to AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code standards. 

Experience Required 

• 2+ years structural steel welding experience 

• Current or prior AWS welding certifications preferred (D1.1 / D1.5) 

• 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 D1.5 Bridge Code 

• 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 place you can retire from

• Learn more about our Apprentice to Millionaire Program 

Benefits & Perks 

• Competitive hourly pay ($22–$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 

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