About Sun Shade Co.

Sun Shade Co. is a growing fabrication and manufacturing shop specializing in custom metal structures, shade systems, and architectural steel components. We pride ourselves on producing high-quality, durable products and maintaining a safe, organized and team-oriented work environment.

Position Overview

Sun Shade Co. is looking for a skilled Welder/Fabricator but more importantly, we’re looking for the right person. This isn’t just another job where you punch in, weld parts, and go home.

We want someone who wants to build something with us!

We are a growing shop, and we want a person who wants to grow with the company. You will have the opportunity to help shape how the shop runs organizing work areas, improve workflow, setting up processes, and making the space your own. We value ideas and initiative your input will actually matter here.

If you’ve ever dreamed about running your own fabrication business, managing a shop, or being more than “just the welder” this position is for you. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, treats the shop like it’s theirs, and wants to be part of building something long-term.

Responsibilities

- Perform GMAW and MCAW welding on structural components
- Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and cut lists
- Fit and assemble fabricated metal components accurately
- Operate and maintain CNC plasma table and CNC tube plasma cutting machines
- Grind, prep, and finish parts to meet quality standards
- Inspect welds and finished assemblies for quality and dimensional accuracy




- Maintain a clean and organized workstation
- Follow shop safety procedures and PPE requirements
- Assist with loading/unloading materials and completed assemblies as required

Required Qualifications

- Proven experience as a welder/fabricator in a manufacturing or fabrication shop
- Robust proficiency in GMAW and MCAW welding
- Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings
- Experience operating CNC plasma table and CNC tube plasma cutting equipment
- Familiarity with measuring tools
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Good attention to detail and workmanship quality
- Physically capable of lifting 50 lb (23 kg) and standing for extended periods
- Must have own transportation
- Must have valuable driving record

Preferred

- CWB certification (or ability to obtain)
- Experience with structural steel fabrication
- Forklift or overhead crane experience
- Basic understanding of fabrication layout and jig setup

Compensation

- Competitive hourly wage (based on experience)
- Stable, year-round employment
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity for advancement as the company grows

How to Apply

Please send your resume and (if available) photos of your welding/fabrication work to:
[email protected]

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Sun Shade Co. is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $20.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

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🏢 Sun Shade
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