Steel Fabrication & Structural Assembly Technician

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

• Shift: Second Shift | Monday–Friday, 4:00 PM–3:00 AM (Some Saturdays Required)
• Starting Pay: From $21.00 per hour (higher compensation may be available based on experience)
• Shift Differential: Additional 10% for second shift

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Structural Steel Assembly & Fabrication Specialist to join a busy fabrication facility. This role involves fitting, assembling, and preparing structural steel components for production while working from blueprints and fabrication drawings. The ideal candidate is experienced with structural steel fabrication, shop equipment, and material handling in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret structural steel blueprints, shop drawings, layout details, and weld symbols.
• Fit and assemble structural steel components, including beams, columns, stairs, handrails, and miscellaneous metal products.
• Measure, mark, cut, and position materials according to production specifications.
• Prepare assemblies by fitting, tacking, and aligning components before welding.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including:
• Ironworkers
• Magnetic drills (Mag Drills)
• Band saws
• Grinders
• Oxy-fuel torches
• Plasma cutting equipment
• Additional fabrication tools as needed
• Inspect layouts, dimensions, alignment, and fit-up to ensure quality standards are met.
• Safely move materials using overhead cranes, rigging equipment, and other material handling devices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work area while meeting production goals.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in structural steel fitting or fabrication preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols.
• Experience with structural layout, measuring, fitting, and assembly techniques.
• Familiarity with fabrication tools, precision measuring equipment, and shop machinery.
• Comfortable working with heavy steel materials and standing throughout the shift.
• Experience using overhead cranes and rigging equipment is a plus.
• Strong attention to quality, safety, and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

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