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Welding, Fabrication, and Mechanical Assembly - On-The-Job Training

What will you learn to do? As a Fabrication Trainee, you will be asked to learn from senior-level fabricators and cultivate your fabrication skills. You will learn how to operate shop equipment, such as jib crane, rolls, sheer, handheld plasma cutter, cutting torch, tubing bender and more!

What are the duties and responsibilities of a trainee? You will weld and fabricate various materials as outlined in the engineering specifications and drawings:

• Understand basic AWS weld symbols
• Ability to read a tape measure to 1/32"
• Able to read basic weld prints
• Understand how to adjust welding machine settings
• Ability to sand/grind to GK Machine's grade B finish
• Fabricate using jigs and fixtures
• Understand essential print tolerance per print

Is welding experience a requirement for OTJ training? It's great if you know how to weld but it's not required! We'll teach you how to weld, assemble and powdercoat steel materials.

Will I be offered a job at the end of the OTJ training? No permanent job is automatically offered, but you are welcome to apply for any open positions with GK Machine after your training is complete.

How do I sign-up for this program? Trainees must register through https://www2.myworksourceportfolio.org and complete the enrollment process and staff interview prior to starting work. This interview can be done virtually. To apply, trainees will complete the OTJ Referral Form: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/8657ef47f1554e96ab9a3695fe22ee88

Questions: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 971-915-3414