Employment Type: Full-time, hourly
Compensation: $21 - $35 per hour, depending on experience
Location: Plymouth, UT
Great Basin Industrial is seeking a safe, reliable, and motivated Welder/Fitter to join our fast-paced fabrication team. This role performs shop fabrication and welding work by fitting, assembling, and welding components in a safe, accurate, and high-quality manner. The position may be filled at Levels 1–3 depending on experience, demonstrated skill, and ability to complete fabrication projects with increasing independence and complexity.
Responsibilities
- Complete shop fabrication projects by fitting, assembling, and welding components from drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
- Set up and operate fabrication equipment and perform welding in multiple positions using appropriate processes.
- Inspect fit-up and weld quality to ensure finished work meets visual, dimensional, and job-specific quality standards.
- Assist with layout, job set-up, parts preparation, clean-up, and other shop support duties as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while properly using and caring for company equipment and required PPE.
- Work effectively with supervisors and coworkers, and perform other duties as assigned based on shop needs and skill level.
Requirements
- Ability to pass applicable welding tests based on position level and demonstrate the ability to produce quality welds that meet inspection requirements.
- Ability to read tape measurements, perform basic shop math, and read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
- Ability to set up and safely operate fabrication equipment and provide required personal fabrication tools as outlined by company policy.
- Strong commitment to safe work practices, consistent PPE use, quality workmanship, and maintaining housekeeping standards in the work area.
- Reliable attendance, positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English in person, verbally, and in writing, and represent the company in a professional manner.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and routinely perform physical duties including lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing stairs and ladders, standing and walking for extended periods, working in confined spaces, and occasional work in inclement weather.
- Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug testing, and any required physical or background screening.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior welding education through a high school, trade school, or similar training program.
- Experience in a shop fabrication environment, with level placement based on demonstrated welding, fitting, blueprint reading, and fabrication skills.
- Ability to complete projects with increasing independence and, for advanced levels, assist with complex work and support less experienced team members.
- Experience in steel plate construction, industrial fabrication, or similar heavy fabrication environments.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods (8–12+ hour shifts)
- Stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for prolonged periods
- Reach overhead and work with arms extended
- Climb ladders, work in manlifts up to 25 feet above ground
- Work in confined spaces and at elevated heights when required
Work Environment
- Exposure to dust, noise, and industrial hazards
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times
Schedule Requirements
- Ability to work extended hours, including overtime, weekends, or swing shifts as needed to meet project deadlines
This position requires the ability to perform all essential job functions safely and effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay!
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
About Us
Great Basin Industrial provides Turnkey Industrial Fabrication, Construction, & Maintenance for many of the world’s leading companies within the petroleum, power, and mining industries. Although headquartered in Kaysville, Utah, we operate fixed site facilities in Utah, Wyoming, New Mexico, Texas, and Colorado that support construction sites throughout the U.S.
Our mission is simply:
To Build our Futures and America Stronger
Why You’ll Love GBI
We live our values:
· DRIVEN: Find a Way to Win
(Passionate. Accountable. Humbly Confident.)
· BUILDING: Build People, Teams & America
(Learn. Share. Grow.)
· EXCELLENCE: Skillfully Execute, Solve Problems & Stand Firm
(Self Discipline + Proven Process = Winning.)
· TOGETHER: Ride for the Brand
(People First. Straight Talk. Honest Work.)
We have an award-winning workplace culture!
- Utah Top Workplace – 2025
- Austin Top Workplace 2025
- USA Today Top Workplace – 2024 & 2025
We Reward Loyalty
· All-expenses-paid 5 & 20-year anniversary trips, milestone bonuses, and exclusive celebration perks that recognize your commitment.
GBI People & Culture Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our associates. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
We are a drug-free workplace.