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PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC

Structural Fitters

Pay: $11–$21.94/hr
Posted: 2 weeks ago
Location: McAllen, TX (Onsite)
Last Updated: 1 day ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/5/2026

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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.

$58,710 / year median in Texas

+9% projected growth

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More Like This $11.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Hidalgo County $13.27 - $21.94 Per hour Structural Fitters
PALMER STEEL SUPPLIES INC
Occupation:
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
Location:
Mcallen, TX - 78503-8823
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Posted:
08/21/2026 Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
08/24/2026
Expires:
09/20/2026 Job #: 17058950 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Experience 2 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Apply in
Person Welder Test Consist of:
  • FCAW ( Flux Core ) 1/16" 0 wire weld
  • at least 2 yrs of WORK experience
  • Set up welding machine
  • Angle clip fillet
  • Tee joint
  • Full pen ( 1 G ) with back gauging ( REQUIRED )
  • must pass x-ray after cooling down All positions require : physical / drug screenings
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay Frequency:
Weekly
Work Authorization :
United States (Required ) Position Summary Performs structural steel welding to approved drawings, fit-up conditions, and applicable weld procedures. Level placement is based on verified welding capability, independence, quality, productivity, and procedure qualifications. Primary Responsibilities
  • Perform welding on structural steel assemblies and components as assigned.
  • Read weld symbols and fabrication drawings to the level required for assigned work.
  • Set up welding equipment and select approved settings/consumables for assigned procedures.
  • Inspect own work for weld quality, completeness, and obvious defects before release.
  • Coordinate with fitters, machine operators, material handlers, and supervision to maintain workflow.
  • Protect finished work from unnecessary damage and keep the work area production-ready. Minimum Hiring Qualifications
  • Ability to perform structural steel welding safely.
  • Ability to pass Palmer Steel weld testing or provide verifiable current qualifications acceptable to Palmer Steel.
  • Basic ability to understand fabrication drawings and weld symbols appropriate to the assigned level.
  • Demonstrated reliability, safe work habits, and quality awareness.