Structural Fitter/Fabricators - 2nd Shift
About The Position
MET-CON is seeking experienced Structural Fitter/Fabricators to produce accurate, high-quality structural steel assemblies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires mechanical aptitude, proficiency with fabrication tools and equipment, and the ability to fit, assemble, and tack-weld structural steel components to project specifications. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.; overtime is required as needed. Pay is $25.00–$27.00 per hour, plus a $3 shift differential, with the hourly rate based on experience. This position involves interpreting structural steel drawings and welding symbols; measuring, marking, cutting, grinding, laying out, fitting, and preparing materials; operating shop tools and fabrication equipment; and checking assemblies for dimensions, alignment, tolerances, workmanship, and quality. The fitter/fabricator coordinates with welders, supervisors, and other fabrication personnel, maintains a clean and safe work area, and follows company safety procedures and quality standards. The work takes place in an industrial fabrication shop and involves standing, walking, bending, kneeling, repetitive movements, and lifting or maneuvering materials and tools with appropriate assistance or lifting equipment. Applicants must be able to use required personal protective equipment safely. Met-Con is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace; post-offer applicants and employees may be subject to testing under company policy. The company participates in the Federal E-Verify Program.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Structural Steel Fitter, Fabricator, or in a similar industrial fabrication role.
- Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints and shop drawings.
- Experience fitting and assembling structural steel components.
- Proficiency using tape measures, squares, levels, and other precision measuring tools.
- Experience with tack welding and preparing structural steel assemblies for final welding.
- Working knowledge of structural steel shapes, materials, and fabrication techniques.
- Ability to operate common fabrication tools and equipment safely.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain dimensional accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a production environment.
- Willingness to work overtime based on production demands.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive movements throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and maneuver materials and tools as required, with appropriate assistance or lifting equipment.
- Ability to safely use required personal protective equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with commercial or industrial structural steel fabrication.
- Familiarity with American Welding Society (AWS) welding symbols.
- Experience working with wide-flange beams, channels, angles, tubing, and structural plate.
- Proficiency in MIG (GMAW) or Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) for tack welding and fabrication.
- Experience using overhead cranes, forklifts, or other material-handling equipment.
- Familiarity with structural steel fabrication quality standards and inspection procedures.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret structural steel blueprints, fabrication drawings, shop drawings, and welding symbols.
- Fit, align, assemble, and tack-weld structural steel components according to project specifications.
- Fabricate beams, columns, braces, frames, and miscellaneous steel components.
- Measure, mark, cut, grind, and prepare materials for fabrication and assembly.
- Operate fabrication equipment, including grinders, cutting torches, saws, and other shop tools.
- Lay out and fit structural steel components using measuring instruments and fabrication tools.
- Verify dimensions, angles, alignment, and tolerances against fabrication drawings.
- Identify and correct fit-up issues before final welding.
- Coordinate with welders, supervisors, and other fabrication personnel to maintain production schedules.
- Inspect completed assemblies for accuracy, workmanship, and quality.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow company safety procedures and quality standards.
- Perform additional fabrication duties and work overtime as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
