Structural Steel Fabrication Technician

Structural Steel Assembly Specialist Location: Arlington, TN Shift: Second Shift | Monday-Friday, 4:00 PM-3:00 AM (Some Saturdays Required) Job Type: Full-Time Starting Pay: From $21.00/hour(Higher starting pay available based on experience, plus a 10% shift differential.) Position Overview We are looking for a skilled Structural Steel Assembly Specialist to join a busy fabrication shop. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience fitting and assembling structural steel, interpreting fabrication drawings, and operating shop equipment. The successful candidate will be committed to producing quality work while following established safety standards.

Responsibilities Read and interpret structural steel blueprints, shop drawings, weld symbols, and layout specifications.

Fit and assemble structural steel components, including beams, columns, stairs, railings, and miscellaneous metals .

Perform layout, measuring, cutting, and fabrication of steel materials using established fabrication methods.

Operate fabrication equipment, including:

Ironworkers

Magnetic drills (Mag Drills)

Band saws

Grinders

Oxy-fuel torches

Plasma cutters

Other fabrication shop equipment

Tack, fit, and prepare structural steel assemblies for welding and final production.

Operate overhead cranes , rigging equipment, and other material handling equipment safely.

Verify dimensions, alignment, fit-up, and squareness before welding and final assembly.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work area while meeting production schedules.

Required Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of structural steel fitting or fabrication experience preferred.

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

Experience with structural steel layout, fit-up, and fabrication processes.

Knowledge of fabrication tools, measuring devices, and shop equipment.

Experience working with heavy materials in a manufacturing environment.

Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the workday.

Experience using overhead cranes and rigging equipment is preferred.

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

Preferred Qualifications Experience performing Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) in a structural steel fabrication environment.

Ability to produce high-quality FCAW welds on structural steel components.

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

Benefits Competitive compensation based on experience.

Additional 10% shift differential for 2nd Shift.

Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential.

Opportunity to work on a variety of structural steel fabrication projects in a team-oriented environment.