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Structural Steel FitterWelder
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What they do
An Iron or Steel Worker installs iron or steel beams, girders or columns that create the structural frame for tall buildings, bridges or other large structures.
$60,099 / year median in Alabama
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Structural Steel Fitter-Welder Location:
Elmore, AL Shift Options:
Day Shift & Night Shift Available Day Shift:
Monday
•Thursday 6:00 AM
•3:30 PM (Short Friday)
Night Shift:
Monday
•Thursday 3:00 PM
•1:00 AM (Four 10-hour days) A day in this role Step onto the shop floor and turn raw stock into finished structural assemblies. Most of your day (about 70%) is hands-on fabrication—translating drawings into accurate layouts, fitting and squaring components, and keeping material moving safely through production. The remaining time (around 30%) is devoted to clean, code-quality FCAW welding that meets our internal standards and inspection protocols. What you'll do Fabrication (70%) Interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols to create precise layouts. Fit, square, align, and tack structural assemblies and miscellaneous items (handrails, stairs, ladders). Prepare material by cutting, beveling, and shaping using horizontal bandsaws, ironworkers, plasma torches, and automated machinery (including drill lines or RoboRail). Operate overhead bridge cranes and forklifts to stage and advance work efficiently and safely. Troubleshoot basic issues with wire feeders and common shop tools to minimize downtime. Welding (30%) Execute high-quality structural welds using Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW). Manage heat input, travel speed, and puddle control to avoid warping, undercut, and porosity. Verify completed welds meet company quality standards and pass required inspections. What you bring
Experience:
Hands-on background in a structural steel or metal fabrication shop.
Welding:
Strong FCAW proficiency; MIG (GMAW) or Stick (SMAW) experience is beneficial. Layout & fit-up: Solid print reading and metal layout skills; handrail/stair layout experience is a plus.
Equipment:
Familiarity with bridge cranes, forklifts, saws, and automated drill lines.
Work ethic:
Team-first approach, reliable attendance, and commitment to shop safety.
Assessment:
Ability to pass an on-site practical, hands-on weld and layout test.