Structural Steel Fabrication Specialist

Qualdoc • Arlington, TN

1d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Fabrication Specialist to join a busy fabrication shop. This position is ideal for someone who is skilled in reading fabrication drawings, fitting structural steel, and using a variety of fabrication equipment to produce high-quality steel components. The ideal candidate has experience working with heavy structural materials and is committed to safety, precision, and meeting production deadlines.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in structural steel fitting and fabrication is preferred.
• Ability to accurately read structural steel blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols.
• Experience with structural layout, fit-up, and fabrication techniques.
• Knowledge of measuring tools, fabrication equipment, and shop machinery.
• Ability to safely handle heavy steel materials and remain on your feet throughout the workday.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented fabrication environment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Interpret structural steel blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, and layout specifications.
• Fit and assemble structural steel components such as beams, columns, stairs, railings, and miscellaneous metal products.
• Perform layout work, measuring, cutting, fitting, and assembly using accepted fabrication methods.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including: Ironworkers, Magnetic drills (Mag Drills), Band saws, Grinders, Oxy-fuel torches, Plasma cutters, Other standard fabrication shop tools.
• Tack and prepare steel assemblies for final welding.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, rigging equipment, and material handling systems to move structural steel.
• Inspect dimensions, alignment, squareness, and overall fit to ensure quality before welding and final assembly.
• Maintain an organized work area while following established safety procedures and production schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed