Description
Description
Power Your Career with Purpose at ESL Power Systems
At ESL Power Systems, we’re more than a workplace — we’re an employee-owned community committed to building high-quality electrical solutions and strong careers. When you join ESL, you don’t just take a job — you become an owner, sharing in the success you help create.
Our Values Drive Everything We Do
Our culture is grounded in five core values that guide how we work, collaborate, and grow:
- Ownership – We think long-term and take pride in our work.
- Adaptability – We embrace change and solve problems together.
- Teamwork – We win as one team across departments.
- Continuous Improvement – We’re always learning and getting better.
- Excellence in Customer Experience– Quality and accountability matter.
These values aren’t just words — they show up in our daily decisions, our teamwork on the floor, and how we support one another.
Why ESL?
- Employee Ownership (ESOP): As an employee-owned company since 2019, ESL contributes annually to your ESOP account at no cost to you — allowing you to build long-term wealth alongside company growth.
- Meaningful Work: Your contributions directly support critical electrical infrastructure projects that power communities and industries.
- Career Growth and Stability: We’re a growing company with strong leadership, long-term vision, and meaningful projects. From training to internal growth opportunities, we invest in building careers, not just filling roles.
What We Offer
We support our employee-owners with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Bonus potential tied to company performance
- Paid Time Off, holidays, and work-life balance
- Training, development, and recognition programs
- Year-around employee engagement events
Join a Company Where People Come First
At ESL, we believe work should be challenging, rewarding, and human. We celebrate wins, support growth, and foster a workplace where people feel valued and connected.
Join ESL Power Systems — where your work has impact, your voice matters, and your career grows with ownership.
SUMMARY
Responsible for the precision welding and fabrication of custom enclosures from raw materials. In this role, you will play a key part in building prototypes, contributing to the development of high-quality products. Operating under the general supervision of the fabrication supervisor and department leads, you will utilize your expertise in welding and fabrication to ensure the successful completion of projects.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Welds various materials, including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, CRS, and jet-kote, with a focus on precision and quality.
• Analyze work orders, prints, and completed assemblies to develop welding projects, ensuring alignment with specifications.
• Calculate requirements, study metals, and determine appropriate welding techniques for optimal results.
• Keep welding equipment operational by following instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, and performing preventive maintenance.
• Demonstrate proficiency in hardware insertion, pressing, and welding techniques, including studs and pem-nuts.
• Abide by all rules and regulations outlined in the employee handbook.
• Uphold the company's core values and integrate them into daily work practices.
• Sustain 5S principles in workstations to promote efficiency, organization, and cleanliness.
• Utilize lean practices and processes to optimize departmental efficiency and productivity.
• Follow safety procedures diligently and wear the required Proper Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Practice the company's core values daily, contributing to a positive and collaborative work culture.
• Use lean practices to maintain departmental efficiency and adaptability.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned, showcasing flexibility and a proactive approach to responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Demonstrates proficiency in multiple welding processes, including Mig, Tig, and spot welding.
• Experience in all phases of structural welding is a distinct advantage, showcasing comprehensive expertise.
• Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints relevant to the project, ensuring accurate comprehension of project specifications.
• Ability to actively contribute to layout and fabrication design processes, offering valuable insights and support to enhance project efficiency and precision.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of welding experience in a manufacturing/fab shop environment.
• Welding certification is a mandatory requirement, demonstrating proficiency in welding techniques and industry standards.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will:
• Stand/walk, lift/pull/push for the majority of the scheduled shift.
• Hear well enough to communicate with coworkers.
• Climb, stoop, and kneel.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and work with 12ft ladders.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to normal operation working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
