Structural Fitter/Fabricator

Structural Steel Fitter/Fabricator

Location:

Arlington, TN

Pay Rate:

Starting at $21/hr, higher depending on experience, plus a 10% shift differential for 2nd shift

Shift:

1st & 2nd Shift Available | Some Saturdays Required

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Fitter/Fabricator for a fast-paced fabrication shop. The ideal candidate has experience reading blueprints, fitting structural steel components, using fabrication equipment, and safely handling heavy materials.

• Responsibilities: Read and interpret structural steel blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, and layout specifications
• Fit and fabricate structural steel components, including beams, columns, stairs, railings, and miscellaneous metals
• Perform layout, measuring, cutting, and assembly using proper fabrication techniques
• Operate equipment such as ironworkers, mag drills, band saws, grinders, oxy-fuel torches, plasma cutters, and other shop tools
• Tack, fit, and prepare structural steel assemblies for welding and final production
• Safely operate overhead cranes, rigging equipment, and material handling equipment
• Check dimensions, alignment, squareness, and fit-up for accuracy before welding and final assembly
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area while meeting production schedules

Requirements: 2+ years of structural steel fitting/fabrication experience preferred

• Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings
• Experience with structural layout, fit-up, and fabrication processes
• Knowledge of fabrication tools, measuring devices, and shop equipment
• Ability to work with heavy materials and stand for extended periods
• Overhead crane and rigging experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and teamwork
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) in a structural steel fabrication environment
• Ability to produce strong, clean FCAW welds on structural steel components