Steel Shop fabricator structural and Misc. Metals

The Steel Erection Company•Huntington Beach, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Shop Welder to join our structural steel fabrication team. This role requires proficiency in reading blueprints, measuring and fitting structural components, and fabricating steel assemblies including stairs, pipe railing, columns, and beams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, accurate, and confident working with Miller welding equipment and industrial gases.

Requirements

Proficient in reading and understanding blueprints and fabrication drawings
Strong measuring and layout skills
Ability to fit structural components independently
Experience welding structural steel (stairs, beams, columns, railing)
Familiarity with welding gases and proper regulator setup
Experience operating Miller welding machines
Skilled in jigging, layout, cutting, and hole punching
Must be able to safely operate a forklift
Ability to maintain tight tolerances and fabricate accurately
Knowledge of shop safety standards
Must be punctual, reliable and proficient in fabrication of steel and misc. metals
A completed background check is required to start working.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret structural steel blueprints and shop drawings
Measure, fit, weld, and cut steel components with precision
Fabricate: Structural steel columns and beams
Steel stairs and landings
Pipe and tube railing systems
Operate Miller welding equipment (MIG, Flux Core, Stick as required)
Work safely and effectively with industrial welding gases
Accurately lay out and jig materials for fabrication
Operate shop equipment including: Band saws
Ironworker/punch machine (hole punching)
Grinders and cutting tools
Safely operate a forklift to move steel materials and assemblies within the shop
Maintain quality standards and dimensional accuracy
Ensure welds meet structural and safety requirements
Keep work area organized and comply with shop safety protocols