Job Details

Fondomonte is seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator to join our maintenance team. You'll be working on a variety of farm equipment - fabricating new components, repairing worn parts, and customizing machinery to meet the unique needs of our agricultural operations.

Why Work With Us?

• Work on equipment that makes a real difference in daily farm operations
• Be part of a hardworking, supportive team
• Opportunities for skill development and advancement

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manufacture and fabricate finished metal products
• Install and repair various equipment and components
• Weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, or verbal instructions
• Perform welding & fabrication of heavy equipment parts and assemblies to meet established quality standards, production procedures and efficiency expectations
• Work as part of a team, coordinating work and assisting in the fabrication or welding of multi-component parts
• Willingness to cross-train and perform the work of other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position
• Inspect equipment to maintain functional equipment if any equipment needs repairs, notify the supervisor/lead or maintenance department
• Safely operate forklifts, hoists, hand power tools, slings, grinders, cutting torch, and other hand tools related to the job's needs
• Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary by the department or shift Lead
• Hardfacing skid loader buckets and tillage equipment
• Mending seeders, spreaders and other machines that can break down in the field
• Follow and enforce strict safety regulations such as wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes.
• Monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.

Requirements

• 2+ years of welding/fabrication experience, preferably with agricultural or heavy equipment
• Proficiency in Stick/MIG/TIG welding and metalworking tools
• Ability to read technical drawings and follow detailed instructions
• Familiarity with brands like John Deere and Caterpillar is a strong plus
• Welding certification is preferred but not required
• Excellent knowledge of welding machinery, electrical equipment, and manual tools.
• Safely operate associated hand and power tools such as saws, grinders, measuring tools, etc.
• Mechanical aptitude with proficient shop math skills.
• Drug-free with an excellent record of attendance and punctuality.
• Outstanding attention to detail

Job Context

• Work hours may vary based on business needs, flexibility to work on the weekend is required.
• This job is located in Blythe, California
• Experience in the Agriculture industry is a plus

If this sounds interesting to you and you want to learn more, apply today!

Pay: $21.00 per hour with opportunity for growth

Schedule: M-Friday 6:00 - 4:00 and Saturday 1/2 day

Outstanding Benefits:

• On-site Medical Clinic
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with an employer match of 50% up to 6%
• Paid time off

Physical requirements:

• Ability to lift, carry, reach, push, and/or pull; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
• Ability to lift 50+lbs and work in the field, in an outdoor environment, or shop

Fondomonte maintains a drug-free workplace and as such, requires candidates to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.

Fondomonte is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.