Miscellaneous Metals Fabricator
Location: Richmond, VA Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Shift: 1st Shift Starting Pay: $24.00/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience
Position Overview
We are looking for a Metal Fabricator to build and assemble stairs, ladders, and custom metal components in a manufacturing environment. This position involves working from blueprints and shop drawings to complete layout, cutting, fitting, welding, and finishing tasks.
The ideal candidate has hands-on miscellaneous metals fabrication experience, understands fabrication drawings, and can work efficiently while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Fabricate and assemble metal stairs, ladders, and miscellaneous steel components based on shop drawings and project specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, shop tickets, and measurements.
• Complete material layout, cutting, fitting, welding, and finishing.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including saws, shears, press brakes, welders, and grinders.
• Perform quality checks to ensure finished components meet required specifications.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and fellow fabricators to complete assignments accurately and on schedule.
• Identify fabrication problems and help determine practical solutions.
• Adjust to changing project needs and production priorities.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in metal fabrication, preferably with miscellaneous structural steel.
• FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding) experience required; welding certification preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, shop drawings, and technical specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Good time-management and multitasking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities.
• Team-oriented attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks in an industrial setting.
