AGAR Miscellaneous Metals Fabricator

Houck Services, Inc.; Walnut (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

A metal fabrication company in Walnut, California, is seeking a skilled Miscellaneous Metals Fabricator and Installer. The role involves fabricating and installing custom metal components such as railings and stairs. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and be proficient in welding. The job offers an hourly compensation with benefits, including medical and dental insurance. This is a full-time position from Monday to Friday, with a focus on safety and quality in both shop and field environments.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in steel and/or aluminum fabrication of miscellaneous metals.
• Proficient in welding; certification is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to jobsites as needed.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate custom miscellaneous metal products using steel and aluminum.
• Operate welding equipment and cutting tools safely.
• Assemble fabricated components ensuring alignment and safety.
• Install fabricated metals onsite ensuring quality fit and alignment.
• Operate cranes, scissors lifts, forklifts as needed.
• Collaborate with PMs and team to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment in shop and on jobsites.
• Follow OSHA and Houck safety guidelines.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication of metal components

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting tools

Power Tools

Crane/Forklift Experience

Job description

Position Overview

Position Overview We are seeking a skilled and experienced Miscellaneous Metals Fabricator and Installer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the layout, fabrication, and installation of custom metal components including railings, stairs, platforms, ladders, etc. This role requires experience working with steel and aluminum along with strong blueprint reading, welding, and fitting abilities.

Responsibilities

1. Steel Fabrication: Fabricate custom miscellaneous metals products (stairs, railing, ladders, catwalks, etc.) using steel and aluminum based on shop drawings.
2. Welding and Cutting: Operate welding equipment, cutting tools, grinders, pipe benders, and other fabrication machinery.
3. Assembly and Construction: Assemble fabricated steel components in the shop, ensuring accuracy, alignment, and adherence to safety regulations.
4. Installation: Install fabricated metals onsite, ensuring quality fit and alignment.
5. Equipment: Work with cranes, scissors lifts, forklifts.
6. Collaboration: Communicate with Shop PM, Project Managers and other team members to meet deadlines and quality standards.
7. Organization: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment both in the shop and on jobsites.
8. Safety: Abides by all OSHA and Agar/Houck safety guidelines, working in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
9. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

1. 3 years experienced in steel and/or aluminum fabrication of miscellaneous metals including stairs, railing, ladders, gates, etc.
2. Proficient in welding. Certification a plus.
3. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and shop sketches.
4. Comfortable working with hand tools, power tools, and fabrication machinery.
5. Strong attention to detail and commitment to craftsmanship.
6. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to jobsites as needed.
7. High School Diploma or GED
8. Must be at least 18 years of age.
9. Positive attitude and work ethic.
10. Able to work independently or as an active member of a team.
11. Excellent interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management.
12. Basic mathematical skills.
13. Safety prioritization.
14. Proficiency in tool use and understanding of their functions.
15. Proper equipment selection.
16. Understand and able to follow written and verbal directions.
17. Judgement and decision making, time management.
18. Anticipation of problems and proactive problem solving.

Physical Demands

Physical demands are based on the ability to perform the following actions throughout a 9-hour period of work 5 days a week.

1. Exert oneself physically over long periods of time.
2. Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and other extremities.
3. Use abdominal muscles and lower back to lift continuously over time without fatiguing.
4. Exert maximum muscle force to lift, pull, or carry objects up to 100 pounds on occasion, and up to 50 pounds regularly.
5. Keep or regain one’s body balance or stay upright.
6. Quickly move the arms and legs.
7. Make fast and repeated movements of the body, fingers and hands.
8. Keep the hand and arm steady while making a movement.
9. Quick, coordinated movements of one hand to grasp, manipulate or assemble objects.
10. Coordinate movements of two or more limbs together while sitting, standing, or lying down.
11. Stand and walk throughout an extended workday.
12. Use legs, hands and arms on a consistent basis for manual labor.
13. Climb and/or balance yourself.
14. Excellent vision skills (with or without correction) are required.

Work Environment

Shop and field to include new construction, existing buildings, residential, etc.

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular Hours Monday through Friday, 7AM – 4PM

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Compensation, benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability and more, after waiting period.

Other Duties

This job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities, and responsibilities may change at any time.

Agar Welding & Steel, A Division of Houck Industrial, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.