Structural Steel Fitter / Welder

L&D Steel USA • Largo, FL

3h • Onsite

About The Position

L&D Steel is looking for an experienced Structural Steel Fitter / Welder to join our fabrication shop. We are a structural steel fabricator looking for someone who takes pride in their work, can read shop drawings, and has the ability to fit and weld structural steel accurately and efficiently. This is a hands-on shop position working primarily with structural steel beams, columns, joists, angles, channels, plates, stairs, ladders, miscellaneous metals, and other fabricated steel components.

Requirements

• Previous experience fitting and welding structural steel.
• Ability to read and understand structural steel shop drawings.
• Ability to accurately measure and lay out steel using a tape measure, square, levels, etc.
• Ability to understand weld symbols and basic fabrication details.
• Experience with FCAW/MIG welding.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of structural steel fabrication experience.
• Experience fitting beams, columns, joists, stairs, ladders, and miscellaneous metals.
• Experience working with overhead cranes and forklifts.
• AWS welding qualifications are a plus.
• Experience working in an AISC-certified structural steel fabrication shop is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings, erection drawings, and weld symbols.
• Layout, fit, tack, and weld structural steel components.
• Accurately measure and assemble steel members using drawings and dimensions.
• Perform FCAW/MIG welding and other welding processes as required.
• Weld structural steel in various positions and configurations.
• Use hand tools, grinders, impact guns, torches, and other fabrication equipment.
• Verify dimensions, squareness, alignment, and fit-up before and after welding.
• Work with cranes, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Identify fabrication issues or discrepancies and communicate them to the foreman or management.
• Complete work efficiently while maintaining quality and following company procedures.
• Follow all company safety requirements and OSHA standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan
• Overtime opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement

What This Job Offers

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