Blacksmithing Jobs
ABANA posts jobs and calls for RFPs for blacksmiths and metalworkers as a service to the community.
Blacksmith
Company: Ironware International/MDO Inc
Position: Forging Department Lead
Position Type: Full-Time, Multiple Openings
Location: West Chicago, Illinois, USA
Position Description: We are seeking a skilled and passionate blacksmith to join our team. As a vital member of our shop, you will contribute to the creation of unique, handcrafted metal pieces while upholding our standards of quality and artistry. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment alongside experienced artisans and contribute to the production of custom pieces that showcase the timeless beauty of metalwork and blacksmithing.
Responsibilities:
- Forge and shape metal using traditional blacksmithing techniques, including heating, hammering, and shaping.
- Fabricate and assemble metal components to create finished products according to design specifications.
- Collaborate with design teams to interpret sketches and plans, ensuring accurate execution of projects.
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace, adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
- Continuously refine techniques and skills through ongoing training and professional development.
- Contribute to the creative process by offering insights and innovative ideas for new projects and designs.
How to Apply: Send resume to matt@mdofab.com to apply. View complete position description.
Listing Expires: No expiration date at this time due to multiple position openings and future company growth.
Metal Fabricator & Blacksmith
Company: Ahern’s Anvil, Inc.
Position: Blacksmith and/or Fabricator
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Charleston, South Carolina, USA
Position Description: Ahern’s Anvil, Inc., is a custom metal work and sculpture business located in Charleston, SC, specializing in high-end residential and commercial projects such as staircases, handrails, doors, gates, and furniture. Owned by artisan blacksmith Sean Ahern, Ahern’s Anvil works directly with homeowners, builders, architects and designers to create pieces that are of superior craftsmanship and value.
Ahearn’s is looking for a blacksmith with some fabrication skills or a metal fabricator with some forging skills. Work is produced using steel, stainless, aluminum, and bronze. As a custom shop, understanding and making jigs to speed up production is a major plus. Ability to tig weld is also a plus. Must be ok with grinding and sanding.
How to Apply: Email resume and sample work images to Sean Ahern.
Listing Expires: Open until filled.
Fantasy Blacksmith Experience Instructor
Company: The Dragon Forge Experience
Position: Blacksmith
Position Type: Contract Work/Temporary
Location: Gold Canyon, Arizona, USA
Position Description: The Dragon Forge Experience at the Arizona Renaissance Festival is seeking a charismatic metal professional with experience in blacksmithing and moving metal to shape. The perfect fit for this position is someone who is not only capable of bladesmithing and blacksmithing but also skilled at working with large groups of people and teaching all ages and skill levels. Our Dragon Smiths will work with groups of around 4 during experience driven sessions where the guests take on the role of an apprentice (or occasionally a power hammer) while the Smith steps into the role of the seasoned master. Our patrons expect a good show so the ideal Dragon Smith will need to have a big personality and a big passion for metal. Average tips are equal to the hourly rate.
The Dragon Forge Experience is celebrating it’s fourth season at the Arizona Renaissance Festival. The ideal candidate will be invited to join our established crew year after year.
How to Apply: Send resume and photos of recent work to dragonforgeexp@gmail.com.
Listing Expires: November 2024
Experienced Blacksmith
Company: Oak Hill Iron + Wood
Position: Blacksmith
Position Type: Unknown
Location: Morganton, North Carolina, USA
Position Description: Oak Hill Iron + Wood is looking for an experienced blacksmith. If you have questions or would like further info about the opening, please contact Chrissi Jordan at (910) 262-9800.
Founded in 1989 as Oak Hill Iron, we have been serving western North Carolina and beyond for over 30 years. Over the years, Dean and his crew’s reputation grew as the highest quality and most creative providers of hand-forged items in the region. As time progressed, the company’s sawmill and kilns grew as we became more well-known for our ability to create beautiful live edge slab tables, countertops, and barn doors.
Today, our shop is comprised of a professional team of eight highly trained blacksmiths and woodworkers who are continually creating the most imaginative works of art in hand-forged steel and live edge wood slabs.
How to Apply: Visit website or send resume to hr@oakhilliron.com.
Disclaimer: ABANA neither investigates nor endorses the jobs or businesses posted. Applicants should use due diligence to verify details about the prospective employer as well as the job details.
Call for RFPs: Waukegan Identity Sculpture
Location: Waukegan, Illinois
Call for Entries: Hotter ‘N Hell
Location: Natchitoches, Louisiana
Call for RFPs: Large Scale Sculpture at the Art Walk
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey
Disclaimer: ABANA neither investigates nor endorses the calls for entries or proposals posted. Applicants should use due diligence to verify details about the opportunity and its contractual requirements before applying.