Structural Steel Fitter/Fabricator

Location: Arlington, TN Job Type: Full-Time Pay: Starting at $21.00/hour, with higher pay available based on experience 2nd Shift Differential: Additional 10% Shifts: 1st & 2nd Shift Available | Some Saturdays Required Job Overview We are looking for an experienced Structural Steel Fitter/Fabricator to build and assemble structural steel components in a busy fabrication shop. This position requires strong blueprint-reading skills, accurate layout and fit-up abilities, and experience working safely with heavy steel and fabrication equipment.

Key Responsibilities Review structural steel blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, and layout specifications.

Measure, mark, cut, fit, and assemble structural steel components, including beams, columns, stairs, railings, and miscellaneous metalwork.

Operate fabrication equipment such as ironworkers, magnetic drills (mag drills), band saws, grinders, oxy-fuel torches, and plasma cutters.

Prepare steel components and tack assemblies for welding and subsequent production steps.

Safely operate overhead cranes and material-handling equipment and use proper rigging techniques.

Check dimensions, alignment, squareness, and fit-up accuracy before welding.

Use appropriate measuring instruments, hand tools, and shop machinery to complete fabrication tasks.

Maintain an orderly work area and follow safety procedures while meeting production deadlines.

Required Qualifications and Skills Two or more years of structural steel fitting or fabrication experience preferred.

Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints, fabrication drawings, shop drawings, and weld symbols.

Practical knowledge of steel layout, measurement, fit-up, cutting, and assembly processes.

Familiarity with fabrication tools, measuring devices, and shop equipment.

Ability to handle heavy steel materials and stand for extended periods.

Strong attention to detail, commitment to workplace safety, and ability to work effectively with a team.

Preferred Experience Experience with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) in structural steel fabrication.

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

Experience welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.

Previous experience operating overhead cranes and performing rigging tasks.

Work Schedule and Pay First- and second-shift opportunities are available.

Second-shift employees receive an additional 10% shift differential.

Some Saturday work is required.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour, with the opportunity for higher compensation based on experience.