Structural Steel Fabricator / Fitter-Welder

The Structural Steel Fabricator / Fitter-Welder is responsible for accurately fitting, assembling, and welding structural steel components according to approved shop drawings, specifications, and production requirements. This position requires the ability to read and understand structural steel drawings, lay out and fit steel members, perform quality welds, and safely operate fabrication equipment.

The ideal candidate is experienced in structural steel fabrication, takes pride in quality workmanship, works efficiently, and can independently complete assigned fabrication projects with minimal supervision.

Essential Responsibilities

• Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings, weld symbols, weld maps, and dimensions.

• Identify and verify materials, piece marks, dimensions, and quantities before fabrication.

• Lay out, measure, cut, fit, tack, and weld structural steel components.

• Accurately position and align components using tape measures, squares, levels, levels, plumb tools, clamps, jigs, and other layout equipment.

• Make proper weld preparations and ensure components are properly fitted before welding.

• Perform structural welding using applicable welding processes. Red Dot utilizes .045 MIG for welding.

• Produce welds that meet company quality standards and applicable project specifications.

• Inspect completed work for proper dimensions, alignment, fit-up, weld quality, and overall workmanship.

• Make necessary adjustments or corrections to fabricated assemblies.

• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts when needed.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.

• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Communicate with supervisors, foremen, fitters, welders, and other shop personnel regarding job requirements and production issues.

• Complete assigned work efficiently while maintaining quality and production schedules.

• Perform other duties related to structural steel fabrication as assigned.

Qualifications

Key Skills

Structural Steel Fitting • Welding • Blueprint Reading • Layout • Measurement • Fit-Up • FCAW/MIG Welding • Weld Symbol Interpretation • Crane Operation • Material Identification • Quality Control • Problem Solving • Safety • Teamwork

Position Title

Structural Steel Fabricator / Fitter-Welder