Welder- MIG Aluminum

Goodwill of Colorado
retirement plan
United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs
Oct 09, 2026
Goodwill of Colorado Applications due by Friday, October 30, 2026 Job Description This position is eligible for Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST) under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan - must be 18 years of age to participate. Pay Range DOE: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (7:30AM - 4:00PM) Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced MIG Welder to join our team! The ideal candidate will have strong fabrication and welding experience, the ability to read shop drawings, and a commitment to producing high-quality welds in a safe and fast-paced environment. If you take pride in craftsmanship and enjoy working with steel structures and fabricated components, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Erect and install structural steel components according to shop drawings and project specifications. Perform complex steel erection and accurately position large structural components. Conduct ground assembly and staging of structural materials. Operate grinders, saws, torches, plasma cutters, and other metal fabrication tools. Rig, signal, and coordinate crane operations safely and efficiently. Interpret measurements and layout requirements, including level, plumb, and square concepts. Calculate material requirements and verify dimensions. Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and fall protection standards. Work independently while maintaining quality workmanship and productivity. Recognize and avoid potential hazards and danger zones on job sites. Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year of experience performing MIG welding on aluminum materials in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. AWS D1.1 Welding Certification (Stick & MIG) required. Certified in Crane Signaling and Flagging required. Material Rigging Certification required. Proven experience with complex steel erection projects. Ability to read and interpret steel erection shop drawings. Proficiency with electric hand tools and metal cutting equipment. Experience with aerial lifts and scissor lifts. Strong understanding of structural steel erection practices. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Commitment to workplace safety and compliance standards. Education: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred. Technical training, trade school coursework, or welding certification is highly desirable. Additional Information: Ability to successfully complete a practical welding assessment. Strong attention to detail with the ability to read measurements and maintain precise tolerances. Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50-100 lbs. as required. Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday. Ability to work in manufacturing environments with fluctuating temperatures and varying weather-related conditions when applicable. Commitment to workplace safety, quality workmanship, and productivity standards. Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses. Goodwill participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Guide to Physical Requirements: Continuously (5-8 hours) Frequently (3-4 hours) Occasionally (1-2 hours) Never LIFTING: (as defined by ADA) Heavy: 45 lbs & over - CONTINUOUSLY Moderate: 15-44 lbs - CONTINUOUSLY Light: 14 lbs & under - CONTINUOUSLY CARRYING: Heavy: 45 lbs & over - CONTINUOUSLY Moderate: 15-44 lbs - CONTINUOUSLY Light: 14 lbs & under - CONTINUOUSLY PUSHING/PULLING - CONTINUOUSLY REACHING: Above Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY At Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY Below Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY TWISTING - CONTINUOUSLY BENDING - CONTINUOUSLY KNEELING/CRAWLING - CONTINUOUSLY SQUAT - CONTINUOUSLY CLIMBING: Use of legs only (stairs) - CONTINUOUSLY Use of arms & legs (ladders) - CONTINUOUSLY HEARING - CONTINUOUSLY VISION: Visual, close - CONTINUOUSLY Visual, distant - CONTINUOUSLY Visual, depth perception - CONTINUOUSLY HANDS/FINGERS: Simple grasping - CONTINUOUSLY Fine Manipulation - CONTINUOUSLY Repetitive Movements - CONTINUOUSLY WALKING - CONTINUOUSLY STANDING - CONTINUOUSLY SITTING - CONTINUOUSLY SPEAKING - CONTINUOUSLY OTHER, please describe - CONTINUOUSLY - Working in various weather conditions/varying temperatures*. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.