Structural Fabricator

Responsibilities

• Receive, identify, and handle raw material safely using overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging
• Read shop drawings, cut lists, weld maps, and weld symbols, and pull the correct material
• Saw, cut, cope, drill, and punch steel using band saws, plasma, torch, and an iron worker
• Lay out, fit up, and tack assemblies to drawing dimensions and tolerances
• Fabricate structural steel, miscellaneous metals, sheet metal, and pipe assemblies to specification
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions using GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW
• Perform visual weld inspection and dimensional checks against drawings and AWS D1.1
• Identify and correct defects before sign-off
• Complete and sign off weld map travelers, recording welder ID, process, and inspection results for each weld
• Mark and tag finished pieces for coatings and shipping
• Keep a clean, safe, organized work area and maintain your equipment
• Mentor less experienced fabricators and welders

Requirements

• 10+ years of hands-on structural steel fabrication and welding experience
• Proficient in GMAW/FCAW and SMAW in all positions
• Able to read and interpret shop drawings, weld maps, weld symbols, and fabrication tolerances
• Working knowledge of AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code
• Experience completing weld maps, travelers, or other QC documentation
• Experienced with overhead cranes, forklifts, and safe rigging practices
• Skilled with layout tools, tape, squares, levels, and fit-up techniques
• Strong attention to detail and precision in your work
• Able to lift 50+ lbs, bend, and stand for extended periods in a shop environment
• Must provide your own hand tools

Preferred

• GTAW experience
• Current AWS welder certifications, or able to pass our weld test
• CWI certification or formal inspection/QC training
• Forklift or crane operator certification
• Pipe threading experience
• Experience on heavy industrial and commercial structural projects

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 60.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Structural Fabrication: 10 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Welding Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person