Welder / Fabrication Assistant

Welder / Fabrication Assistant


Company
Express Employment Professionals Defunct
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via Lensa

Job Description
Job Full Description

Job Title: Entry-Level Welder / Fabrication Assistant
Employment Type: Full-Time / Temp-to-Hire
Pay: $18-$27/hr

About the Opportunity:
We are hiring on behalf of a fabrication shop seeking individuals with welding training to support production operations.

Responsibilities:
• Perform MIG/TIG welding tasks (entry-level)
• Assist in cutting, shaping, and assembling materials
• Read basic blueprints
• Maintain equipment and workspace
Requirements:
• Welding training or certification preferred
• Ability to read measurements and use tools
• Willingness to learn and grow
What We Offer:
• Training opportunities
• Stable work environment
• Growth into skilled welding roles

About Express Employment Professionals
At Express Employment Professionals - Brooklyn, we specialize in connecting talented professionals with exceptional companies across New York City. We focus on building lasting partnerships that help both candidates and employers succeed.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fairness, inclusion, and professional growth for all employees.

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Brooklyn, NY
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Suite C247
Brooklyn, NY 11232

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Q What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
Q What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
Q What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
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