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.

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

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

Experience with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) in a structural steel fabrication environment

Ability to produce strong, clean FCAW welds on structural steel components

Experience welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions using FCAW