METAL FABRICATOR

Metal Fabricator – Argyle, NY

Adirondack Studios

Adirondack Studios looks to add an energetic and artistic Metal Fabricator to our growing team. This team member must be a problem solver and possess proficiency in assisting with the creation of themed scenic elements for a variety of entertainment projects, including, but not limited to, Opera, Theme Parks, Museums, Public Art, and Live Entertainment. This is an excellent opportunity to use your abilities and metal fabrication skills to bring smiles to people’s faces.

Required Skills

• Ability to read blueprints, sketches, shop and construction drawings, and extract information, including material requirements and dimensions

• Ability to custom fabricate, solve practical problems, and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

• A Proficient understanding of Geometry and shop math skills
• Ability to use and understand measuring instruments such as a tape measure, calipers, square, protractors, etc.

• Understand material properties of mild steel, stainless steel, marine grade stainless steel, and aluminum
• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to use tools such as drill press, band saw, punch press, chop saw, bench grinder and hand grinders, large sheers, plasma cutter, etc. Mill and lathe experience a plus
• Ability to carry out both simple and complex verbal instruction
• Proficiency with (MIG), (TIG), (FCAW) welding process, Machining skills a plus, Structural welding knowledge a plus
• Ability to keep and maintain a clean and organized working area
• Safely operate chain hoist, forklift, and rigging to move materials safely
• Good written communication skills
• Ability to be Efficient with materials/supplies

• Work from ladders and aerial work platforms

Responsibilities:

• Work in a safe, positive manner, showing respect to others and contributing to the team
• Always maintain professional conduct

• Follows established safety procedures, safety requirements, and equipment

• Adhere to all company policies and procedures

• Takes work direction from metal shop manager, team leads, and senior-level staff members
• Set up/operate metal saws, drill press, grinder, sheer, iron worker, plasma cutter, hand tools, band saw, etc.
• Making sure all welds meet all specifications and quality standards
• Clean, deburr, and organize/store materials
• Perform the metal fabrication needs of the company: Form, bend, and weld armatures and other custom creative fabrications and build/repair scenic elements, etc.

• Perform layout preparation and plan well to reduce material waste
• Keep written records and file paperwork as required by shop standards
• Welding certification tests as needed

Knowledge:

• High school education or G.E.D. and/or one year certificate from college or technical school; or minimum three to six months related experience and/or training
• Ability to calculate figures and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
• Requires a broad knowledge of mechanics, metal properties, and maintenance procedures and practices

Work Environment:

• There are physical requirements associated with this position. The work environment is that of a typical production facility

Benefits:

• Personal Time accrual of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked immediately upon hire
• Vacation Accrual: 4% of hourly compensation contributed by ADKS, payable in March of each year.  Accrual begins after the initial 1000 hours worked
• Participation in the ADKS 401K plan following 90 days of employment and then at quarterly enrollment periods
• Retirement Annuity offered at no cost to employee based on Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
• Participation in ADKS Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Participation in the ADK Studios Profit Sharing Plan following 3 years of employment. Employee must work a minimum of 1000 hours per calendar year, and ADKS reaching financial goals

This in-person position is based in our Argyle, New York, Headquarters. Our fabrication shop is located approximately 1 hour north of Albany and 30 minutes from Saratoga Springs and Glens Falls. The shift is anticipated to be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with the opportunity for Overtime as available.

Range of Rates:

$19 – $25 per hour + benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including, without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and, if applicable, the location of the position.

Adirondack Studios is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for this full time, hourly position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

ADKS is always ready to meet talented and enthusiastic people to help us grow our business! We accept applications and portfolios at any time. To learn more about who we are and the work that we do, visit our website and apply: https://www.adkstudios.com/team/#careers

We are confident that you will find Adirondack Studios an exceptional workplace, and we look forward to hearing from you.