Northstate Iron Works is growing fast and we are looking for a skilled, driven Welder Fabricator who can keep up.

This is not a clock in and wait for instructions kind of role. We need someone who can walk into the shop, assess the work ahead, and execute with precision, urgency, and pride. If you take ownership of your work, push for excellence, and want to grow with a company that is scaling quickly, we want to talk to you.

Pay

$20 to $35 per hour depending on experience

What You Will Do

You will be responsible for both fabrication and installation. Our work is custom, hands on, and demands attention to detail.

Read and interpret plans, drawings, and specifications
Layout, cut, weld, and finish custom metal projects
Fabricate handrails, fencing, gates, stairs, and other structural pieces
Manage your daily workflow and prioritize tasks independently
Perform field installation including digging and setting posts, hanging panels and gates, and basic concrete work
Conduct mock ups and ensure fit and finish meet high standards
Collaborate with the team while also being able to work independently

What We Are Looking For

5 or more years experience required, 10 or more preferred in welding and fabrication
Proven ability to build custom rails, gates, stairs, and fencing from start to finish
Strong blueprint reading and layout skills
Experience with fabrication equipment such as saws, benders, and plasma cutters
Self starter mentality you do not wait to be told what to do
Takes pride in craftsmanship and delivering high quality work
Physically capable of performing field installation work
Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation
Eligible to work in the United States

What Sets This Role Apart

Above market pay based on experience and performance
Opportunity to grow with a company that is scaling quickly
Work that varies custom builds not repetitive production
A team that values accountability, work ethic, and pride in the finished product

Important Notes

This role requires both shop and field work
Pre employment drug test required along with random testing

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Experience:

Metal fabrication: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

AWS Certification (Preferred)

Location:

Chico, CA 95973 (Preferred)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Chico, CA 95973 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Northstate Iron Works

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