Structural Steel Fabrication Specialist

Structural Steel Fabrication Specialist

Location:

Arlington, TN Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Starting Pay:
From $21.00/hour (higher starting pay based on experience) Shift Differential:
Additional 10% for 2nd Shift

• 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 4:00 PM-3:00 AM
• Some Saturdays required based on production needs

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.

Key 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced fabrication environment where your craftsmanship and attention to detail directly contribute to the production of structural steel components. If you have fabrication experience, enjoy working with heavy steel, and take pride in quality workmanship, we'd like to hear from you.