Green Card Welder Fabricator Jobs
Welder Fabricator green card sponsorship is available through the EB-3 skilled worker category, which requires at least two years of verified experience. Employers file PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before petitioning USCIS, making your documented trade skills and certifications central to a successful case.
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The Welder Fabricator 1 will utilize metal inert gas (MIG) while welding steel and aluminum. This role will weld and assemble metal pieces and products by using handheld welding equipment. The role will set up parts for welding, use hand tools, clamps, jigs, and fixtures. This position will work from specifications, drawings, and welding symbols. This role will prepare and complete work on materials by welding, cutting, grinding, and cleaning metal. They join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. They will interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine the appropriate welding process. The Welder Fabricator 1 will inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness. This position should be familiar with and comply with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment. This position may also prepare the materials and set up for a welding device or robot.
CORE FUNCTIONS
- Perform MIG & TIG welding on products.
- Perform cosmetic welding on products.
- Must be able to meet daily productivity and output goals (production outputs are measured hourly/daily).
- Set up components for welding according to specifications, work orders and/or prints.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical/horizontal).
- Repair product and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
- Cut aluminum to specifications.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma, general education degree (GED), and/or completion certificate from a certified technical school required.
- Minimum 1-2 years of work-related experience as a MIG Welder required.
Required Licenses
- None
Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Ability to use a tape measure and calculate fractions.
- Ability to visualize projects and put together timelines and processes to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
Travel
- None.
COMPETENCIES
- Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
- Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
- Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Individual Contributor: working team member with no oversight of others and no management responsibilities.
Physical Requirements
This position is subject to Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical Activities
This position is subject to the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, crawling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Visual Acuity
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
Working Conditions
The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, including heat, noise, vibration, and hazards from a production-based environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Position Summary
The Welder Fabricator 1 will utilize metal inert gas (MIG) while welding steel and aluminum. This role will weld and assemble metal pieces and products by using handheld welding equipment. The role will set up parts for welding, use hand tools, clamps, jigs, and fixtures. This position will work from specifications, drawings, and welding symbols. This role will prepare and complete work on materials by welding, cutting, grinding, and cleaning metal. They join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. They will interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to determine the appropriate welding process. The Welder Fabricator 1 will inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness. This position should be familiar with and comply with all safety requirements and protocols for working in a hazardous environment. This position may also prepare the materials and set up for a welding device or robot.
CORE FUNCTIONS
- Perform MIG & TIG welding on products.
- Perform cosmetic welding on products.
- Must be able to meet daily productivity and output goals (production outputs are measured hourly/daily).
- Set up components for welding according to specifications, work orders and/or prints.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical/horizontal).
- Repair product and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
- Cut aluminum to specifications.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma, general education degree (GED), and/or completion certificate from a certified technical school required.
- Minimum 1-2 years of work-related experience as a MIG Welder required.
Required Licenses
- None
Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Ability to use a tape measure and calculate fractions.
- Ability to visualize projects and put together timelines and processes to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
Travel
- None.
COMPETENCIES
- Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
- Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
- Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Individual Contributor: working team member with no oversight of others and no management responsibilities.
Physical Requirements
This position is subject to Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Physical Activities
This position is subject to the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, crawling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Visual Acuity
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
Working Conditions
The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, including heat, noise, vibration, and hazards from a production-based environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Welder Fabricator
Certify your trade credentials before applying
AWS welding certifications and documented proficiency in MIG, TIG, or stick processes give PERM sponsors concrete evidence of your qualifications. Gather original test records and employer letters that specify the processes you've used and the years you've operated them.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate's verified listings
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. manufacturers and fabrication shops with confirmed green card sponsorship history. Targeting employers who have already navigated PERM for trade roles saves time and signals they understand the process.
Target union-affiliated shops and defense contractors
Fabrication employers working on government contracts or under collective bargaining agreements often have established immigration counsel and HR workflows that support PERM sponsorship. These employers are more likely to treat the process as routine rather than a first-time undertaking.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's PERM filing must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage rates for Welders in your state so you negotiate an offer the PERM can support.
Align your resume to O*NET's core task descriptions
PERM labor certification requires the job description to reflect actual duties. Cross-reference your resume against the O*NET profile for Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers so your documented experience maps cleanly to the requirements your employer will advertise during recruitment.
File your I-485 as soon as your priority date becomes current
Nationals from high-demand countries face per-country backlogs under annual EB-3 limits. Once your I-140 is approved, file your adjustment of status application the first month your priority date becomes current to lock in your place and preserve AC21 portability rights after 180 days.
Green Card Welder Fabricator: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Welder Fabricator jobs qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Welder Fabricator roles typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers positions that require at least two years of training or experience. Your employer must complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, demonstrating that no qualified U.S. workers are available, before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a welding role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. For welding roles, EB-3 is the relevant category and does not require a bachelor's degree, unlike most H-1B visa positions. The process involves PERM labor certification, an I-140 petition, and either adjustment of status or consular processing, with per-country annual limits that can create priority-date backlogs for some nationalities.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment test to show no qualified U.S. workers applied, and file an ETA Form 9089 with PERM. The job description in that filing must accurately reflect the duties and minimum requirements of the role. Any discrepancy between the posting and your actual job can jeopardize the case.
Can I change welding employers while my green card is in process?
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to change to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the entire process. Your approved I-140's priority date can also be carried over to a new employer's petition, protecting your place in line.
Where can I find Welder Fabricator jobs with verified green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Focusing on employers who have already completed PERM filings for trade and fabrication roles means you're targeting companies that understand the process and have allocated resources to see it through.