Structural Steel Fabrication Technician

Job Type: Full-Time

Starting Pay: From $21.00/hour(Higher starting pay available based on experience, plus a 10% shift differential.)

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled Structural Steel Assembly Specialist to join a busy fabrication shop. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience fitting and assembling structural steel, interpreting fabrication drawings, and operating shop equipment. The successful candidate will be committed to producing quality work while following established safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret structural steel blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, and layout specifications.
• Fit and assemble structural steel components, including beams, columns, stairs, railings, and miscellaneous metals .
• Perform layout, measuring, cutting, and fabrication of steel materials using established fabrication methods.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including:
• Ironworkers
• Magnetic drills (Mag Drills)
• Band saws
• Grinders
• Oxy-fuel torches
• Plasma cutters
• Other fabrication shop equipment
• Tack, fit, and prepare structural steel assemblies for welding and final production.
• Operate overhead cranes , rigging equipment, and other material handling equipment safely.
• Verify dimensions, alignment, fit-up, and squareness before welding and final assembly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work area while meeting production schedules.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of structural steel fitting or fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols.
• Experience with structural steel layout, fit-up, and fabrication processes.
• Knowledge of fabrication tools, measuring devices, and shop equipment.
• Experience working with heavy materials in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Experience using overhead cranes and rigging equipment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and ability to work effectively with a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) in a structural steel fabrication environment.
• Ability to produce high-quality FCAW welds on structural steel components.
• Experience welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions using FCAW.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Additional 10% shift differential for 2nd Shift.
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of structural steel fabrication projects in a team-oriented environment.