Structural Steel Fabrication Technician

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, and 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

Requirements

• 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
• Experience using overhead cranes and rigging equipment (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
• Experience welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions using FCAW

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Additonal 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