Experienced & Productive Stair Fitter Fabricator

Tate Fabricating Company; White House (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

5 days wellness PTO

1 week vacation after first year

7 holidays annually

Job summary

TATEFAB is seeking Master Craftsmen to lead our fabrication team in Nashville. The role focuses on precision in constructing structural and ornamental steel stair systems, reading blueprints, and ensuring AWS-weld quality.

You will mentor junior staff and oversee shop operations to meet deadlines. Candidates should have 3+ years of stair fabrication experience, a valid AWS D1.1 certification or the ability to certify, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork in a fast-paced shop

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, technical training preferred.
• AWS D1.1 or ability to certify is required.
• Minimum 3 years of fabrication experience with steel stairs.

Responsibilities

• Lead fabrication of structural and ornamental steel stair systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and layout drawings.
• Uphold quality, safety, and efficiency on all stair projects.
• Train and supervise stair fabrication team members.
• Use measuring tools, squares, and levels to ensure fit-up accuracy.
• Perform welds to AWS standards for quality and compliance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding

Leadership

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

AWS D1.1 Certification

Tools

PythonX Robotic Plasma

Bend-Tech Dragon A400

Peddinghaus systems

Job description

We are seeking Master Craftsmen to join our fabrication team. This role is ideal for an experienced fabricator who takes pride in precision craftsmanship and has expertise in fabricating structural steel members, steel stringers, steel pan stairs, grating systems, and ornamental/monumental stair fabrication.

You’ll oversee stair fabrication projects in our shop, mentor junior team members, and ensure high-quality, AWS-compliant work that meets project deadlines. You’ll work with both traditional fabrication techniques and advanced Laser, Augmented Reality (AR), CNC technology — including PythonX Robotic Plasma, Bend-Tech Dragon A400, and Peddinghaus systems — to deliver accurate, high-quality results.

Compensation: $28 – $30/hr base, with the opportunity for overtime.

Responsibilities

• Lead fabrication of structural and ornamental steel stair systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and layout drawings.
• Uphold quality, safety, and efficiency on all stair projects.
• Skill to execute welds in all positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead) with shop welds most performed in flat position.
• Train and supervise stair fabrication team members.
• Use measuring tools, squares, and levels to assure accuracy of fit-up.
• Perform welds to AWS standards for quality and compliance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (technical training preferred).

AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Certification (or ability to certify).

Minimum 3 years of fabrication experience with steel stairs.

Proficiency with stringers, steel pan stairs, grating, and ornamental stair projects.

Leadership ability and a commitment to mentoring others.

Proficient in blueprint reading, layout, and measuring.

Valid U.S. driver’s license with a positive driving record.

Ability to meet minimum credit rating standards.

Pre-employment and ongoing drug screening required; TATE FAB is a drug-free workplace.

OSHA-10 Construction Safety Certification, or willingness to complete prior to hire.

Strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and teamwork.

Benefits & Growth at TATE FAB

We don’t just hire welders; we invest in craftsmen.

Professional Development: Corporate membership to the American Welding Society (AWS) — access to resources, standards, and growth opportunities.

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance plus 5 days of personal wellness PTO accruing in your first year.

Vacation: 1 week of paid vacation after your first year, with up to 3 weeks available with seniority.

Holidays: 7 paid holidays annually.

Advancement: Opportunities for continued training, certifications, and leadership growth.

Who We Are

TATEFAB is a structural steel & miscellaneous metals fabrication and erection company. For over 50 years, we have completed legacy projects — from Disney, the Smithsonian Institute, NOAA, and including these local landmarks: Broadwest Nashville, Vanderbilt and St Thomas Hospitals, the Conservatory at Gaylord Opryland, and historic renovations on downtown Broadway. This is a place where skill is respected, craftsmanship is rewarded, and careers are built to last.