Blueprints, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Crane, Materials Management, Mathematics, Organizational Skills, Plasma, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Safety/Work Safety, Welding
What your day looks like
You start your shift in a well-organized structural shop, grab the latest revision of the shop drawings, and map out the build. On first shift, your day typically runs 5:30am–4:00pm, Monday–Friday. Prefer nights? Second shift is typically 4:00pm–2:30am, Monday–Friday.
From the first measurement to the final grind, you own the accuracy of every assembly:
- Confirm piece marks, drawing revisions, and finish codes before laying out work.
- Determine required parts: quantities, shapes, and grades.
- Plan the sequence of operations and understand part orientation, weld symbols, and common industry acronyms.
- Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings and weld symbols with confidence.
- Measure precisely and mark out using tapes, squares, levels, and layout tools.
- Perform tack welding and complete thermal cutting (oxy-fuel and/or plasma) with clean, accurate edges.
- Grind and prep surfaces to spec.
Safety and teamwork first
- Keep a tidy, safe workstation—every part has its place.
- Operate overhead cranes, welders, torches, and grinders safely and efficiently.
- Work hand-in-hand with CNC operators, foremen, welders, fabricators, painters, and QC to keep builds moving.
Quality and documentation
- Fabricate in alignment with AISC Quality Management System requirements.
- Verify heat numbers, piece marks, and orientation on all material.
- Conduct thorough self-inspection and resolve issues before QC review.
- Flag drawing or material discrepancies to supervision promptly.
What you bring
- 5+ years of structural steel fabrication experience.
- Expertise reading structural shop drawings and weld symbols.
- High proficiency in layout, fitting, and fabrication of structural steel.
- Hands-on welding experience.
- Experience operating overhead cranes.
- Deep understanding of fabrication tolerances and quality standards.
- Reliable, safety-minded, and quality-driven work habits.
Core proficiencies
- Tape Measure Reading
- Shop Math Skills
- Blueprint Reading
Tools and tech you’ll handle
- MIG Welder
- 2D Drawings
- Power Tools (Makita, Milwaukee)
- Overhead Crane
- Manual Plasma Cutter (Hypertherm)
Important notice
Tarrier Steel is a Drug Free Workplace. Candidates must complete a pre-hire drug screen prior to acceptance.