Welder / Fabricator / Installer

Lambert's Ironworks • Full-time • Haltom City, Texas, United States • $18 - $20 / hour • 2m ago

Location: Haltom City, TX (DFW Area)
Type: Full-Time Employee (W-2)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Pay Range: $18–$20/hour, based on experience
Language: English speaking required; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

About Us

Founded in 1984, Lambert’s Ironworks is a DFW-based company specializing in custom gates, fencing, and architectural ironwork. We design, fabricate, and install nearly all of our work in-house, allowing us to maintain high standards for quality, craftsmanship, and service.

We work with homeowners, builders, and trade partners across the Dallas–Fort Worth area and are focused on building a long-term team that values reliability, accountability, professionalism, and pride in workmanship.

Job Summary

Lambert’s Ironworks is seeking a dependable Ironwork Fabricator / Installer to support fabrication and installation work across gates, fencing, and custom ironwork projects.

This is a hands-on role designed for team members who are adaptable and willing to work across fabrication, welding, material prep, post setting, and field installation depending on workload and project needs.

Team members in this position rotate through different phases of shop and field operations to develop a broader skill set and support overall production and installation workflows. This role is ideal for someone who wants to continue developing in the trades while gaining exposure to multiple aspects of custom ironwork and installation work.

This is a physically demanding role that requires consistent attendance, steady productivity, and the ability to work efficiently throughout the day. Team members regularly work in both hot and cold environments, including outdoor job sites throughout the year.

Strong performers who demonstrate reliability, quality workmanship, productivity, and leadership potential may have opportunities to grow into lead installer, fabrication, or crew leader roles over time.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with fabrication and installation of custom gates, fencing, railings, and other ironwork projects
Perform MIG welding in both shop and field environments
Support fence and gate installation at residential and commercial job sites
Set posts, maintain layout accuracy, and assist with straight-line fence installation
Cut, grind, prep, and stage materials for fabrication and installation
Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting materials and equipment
Maintain clean and organized work areas in both shop and field environments
Follow company safety procedures and job site standards
Work efficiently as part of a crew while maintaining quality standards
Rotate between shop, prep, and field responsibilities based on operational needs
Continue developing welding, fabrication, and installation skills

Qualifications

Experience

Minimum 1 year of MIG welding or fabrication experience required
Prior fencing, gate, ironwork, or installation experience preferred
Ability to read a tape measure accurately for installation and fabrication requirements
Experience using common fabrication and installation tools
Trade school or technical training helpful but not required

Skills & Traits

Reliable and consistent attendance
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Adaptable and comfortable working across multiple areas of operations
Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to take direction and maintain productivity throughout the day
Attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, including Texas heat

Training & Development

New team members rotate through multiple areas of shop and field operations during onboarding, including material prep, post setting, fabrication support, and installation work. This cross-training approach helps team members develop a broader understanding of Lambert’s standards, workflow, and installation methods.

Strong performers may also have opportunities to support custom ironwork projects, including stairs, railings, balconies, gates, and other architectural work.

We promote from within and value long-term team members who demonstrate accountability, consistency, adaptability, and craftsmanship.

Requirements

Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Must be comfortable driving company trucks and towing equipment as assigned
Reliable transportation to the Haltom City shop
Ability to lift 80+ lbs and perform physical labor
Ability to travel locally to job sites across DFW
Comfortable working in both shop and outdoor field environments
Company provides tools, equipment, and PPE

Compensation & Benefits

Stable, full-time W-2 employment
Overtime available
Paid Time Off (PTO) after 90-day probationary period
Paid holidays
401(k) with employer match after 90-day probationary period
Supplemental benefits including dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, and more
Company-provided tools and PPE
90-day performance review with opportunity for compensation increase based on reliability, quality of work, productivity, skill development, and overall performance
Opportunities for advancement and skill development

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

Are you comfortable working in both shop and field environments, including physical outdoor work?
Are you available to consistently start work at 6:00 a.m. Monday–Friday?
Do you have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and are you comfortable driving company vehicles as part of your job duties?

Experience: