Structural Steel Fabricator
Qualdoc · Arlington, TN · onsite
Structural Steel Fabricator
Location: Arlington, TN
Job Type: Full-Time
Starting Pay: $21.00/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience
Shift: 1st and 2nd shifts available
2nd Shift Differential: Additional 10%
Schedule: Some Saturdays required
Job Overview
We are hiring a Structural Steel Fabricator to measure, cut, fit, and assemble steel components in a fabrication shop. This role requires blueprint-reading skills, accurate layout and measurement, and experience using steel fabrication tools and material-handling equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Read and interpret structural steel blueprints, shop drawings, fabrication plans, and weld symbols.
- Measure, mark, cut, fit, and assemble beams, columns, stairs, railings, and other steel components.
- Operate ironworkers, magnetic drills (mag drills), band saws, grinders, oxy-fuel torches, and plasma cutters.
- Prepare steel parts and tack assemblies for welding.
- Check dimensions, alignment, squareness, and fit-up before welding.
- Operate overhead cranes and material-handling equipment using proper rigging practices.
- Use measuring instruments, hand tools, and shop machinery to complete fabrication work.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures while meeting production deadlines.
Requirements:
- Two or more years of structural steel fitting or fabrication experience preferred.
- Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols.
- Knowledge of steel layout, measurement, cutting, fit-up, and assembly.
- Familiarity with fabrication tools, measuring devices, and shop equipment.
- Ability to handle heavy steel materials and stand for extended periods.
- Attention to detail, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work with a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) on structural steel.
- Ability to produce quality FCAW welds.
- Experience welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Previous overhead crane operation and rigging experience.
Compensation and Schedule:
- First- and second-shift positions are available. Second-shift employees receive an additional 10% shift differential. Some Saturday work is required.
- Starting pay is $21.00 per hour, with higher pay available depending on experience.