LAMBERT'S IRONWORKS

Description

*Location:* Haltom City, TX (DFW Area) *Type:* Full-Time Employee (W-2) *Schedule:* Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. *Pay Range: *$20–$23/hour, based on experience and demonstrated performance *Language:* English speaking required; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred *About Us* Founded in 1984, Lambert's Ironworks is a DFW-based company specializing in custom gates, fencing, wood fencing, gate automation, and architectural ironwork. We design, fabricate, and install nearly all of our work in-house, allowing us to maintain high standards for quality, craftsmanship, and service. We work with homeowners, builders, and trade partners across the Dallas–Fort Worth area and are focused on building a long-term team that values accountability, reliability, professionalism, teamwork, and pride in workmanship. *Job Summary* Lambert's Ironworks is seeking an experienced Welder / Fabricator / Installer to join our installation team. We are looking for someone with strong field experience, sound judgment, and demonstrated leadership potential. Every new hire begins by learning Lambert's installation methods, post-setting standards, quality expectations, and workflow. As employees demonstrate leadership, accountability, and technical ability, they may have opportunities to lead installation crews and assume greater responsibility. Employees are expected to demonstrate proficiency in post setting before assuming additional field responsibilities. This is a physically demanding position requiring consistent attendance, strong communication, sound judgment, and the ability to work efficiently in both hot and cold outdoor environments throughout the year. Success in this role is measured by workmanship, safety, productivity, communication, reliability, and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality installations. Strong performers who demonstrate initiative and accountability will have opportunities for increased responsibility. *Key Responsibilities* * Install ornamental iron fencing, wood fencing, automatic gates, walk gates, and related products * Demonstrate initiative by setting a positive example, helping train teammates, solving field problems, and supporting crew productivity * Ensure crews arrive prepared with required materials, tools, and equipment * Set posts, maintain layout accuracy, and ensure quality installations * Read layouts, measurements, drawings, and work orders * Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve field issues independently whenever possible * Communicate job status, material needs, and field issues to management while professionally representing Lambert's with homeowners, builders, and trade partners * Load, unload, transport, and secure materials and equipment * Maintain safe, organized job sites while representing Lambert's professionally and following company safety standards. *Qualifications* *Experience* * Minimum three years of fence, gate, or installation experience required; five years preferred * Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience preferred * Experience installing ornamental iron fencing required * Experience installing wood fencing preferred * Proficient in stick welding; MIG welding and automatic gate installation experience preferred * Ability to accurately read a tape measure, layouts, and installation drawings *Skills & Traits* * Initiative and accountability * Reliable with consistent attendance * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Sound judgment and problem-solving * High attention to detail * Organized and productive * Pride in workmanship and customer service * Comfortable working outdoors year-round *Training & Development* Every new employee begins by learning Lambert's installation methods, post-setting standards, workflow, and quality expectations before assuming additional responsibilities. Strong performers who consistently demonstrate initiative, accountability, quality workmanship, and operational excellence will have opportunities to lead crews and advance within the company. *Requirements* * Valid driver's license with a clean driving record * Must be comfortable driving company trucks and towing trailers * Reliable transportation to the Haltom City shop * Ability to lift 80+ lbs and perform physical labor * Ability to travel locally to job sites throughout DFW * Comfortable working in both shop and outdoor environments *Compensation & Benefits* * Stable, full-time W-2 employment * Overtime available * Paid Time Off (PTO) after 90-day probationary period * Paid holidays * 401(k) with employer match after 90-day probationary period * Supplemental benefits including dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, and more * Company-provided tools and PPE * 90-day performance review with opportunities for compensation increases based on overall performance, reliability, quality of work, productivity, communication, and demonstrated initiative. Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance Application Question(s): * Are you comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and performing physical labor throughout the day? * Are you available to consistently start work at 6:00 a.m. Monday–Friday? * How many years of experience do you have installing ornamental iron fencing and wood fencing? * Describe any experience you have leading or training others on a job site. * Are you comfortable driving company trucks and towing trailers as part of your job duties? Work Location: In person