Precision Structural Steel Fabricator & Welder

Red Dot; Mineola (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Dot is seeking a Structural Steel Fabricator / Fitter-Welder to accurately fit, assemble, and weld structural steel components per shop drawings. The role requires reading drawings, laying out and fitting steel members, and performing quality welds while safely operating fabrication equipment.

The ideal candidate has experience in structural steel fabrication, a commitment to quality, and the ability to complete projects with minimal supervision in a fast-paced shop setting.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings, weld symbols, weld maps, and dimensions.
• Identify and verify materials, piece marks, dimensions, and quantities before fabrication.
• Lay out, measure, cut, fit, tack, and weld structural steel components.
• Accurately position and align components using layout tools and equipment.
• Make proper weld preparations and ensure components are properly fitted before welding.
• Perform structural welding using MIG for welding. Red Dot utilizes .045 MIG.
• Produce welds that meet quality standards and project specs.
• Inspect completed work for proper dimensions, alignment, fit-up, weld quality, and overall workmanship.
• Make necessary adjustments to fabricated assemblies.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts when needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Use PPE correctly and coordinate with team.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings, weld symbols, weld maps, and dimensions.
• Identify and verify materials, piece marks, dimensions, and quantities before fabrication.
• Lay out, measure, cut, fit, tack, and weld structural steel components.
• Accurately position and align components using tape measures, squares, levels, plumb tools, clamps, jigs, and other layout equipment.
• Make proper weld preparations and ensure components are properly fitted before welding.
• Perform structural welding using applicable welding processes. Red Dot utilizes .045 MIG for welding.
• Produce welds that meet company quality standards and applicable project specifications.
• Inspect completed work for proper dimensions, alignment, fit-up, weld quality, and overall workmanship.
• Make necessary adjustments or corrections to fabricated assemblies.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts when needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Properly use required PPE.

Skills

Structural Steel Fitting

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Layout

Measurement

Fit-Up

FCAW/MIG Welding

Weld Symbol Interpretation

Crane Operation

Material Identification

Quality Control

Safety

Teamwork

Education

AWS D1.1 Certification

Tools

Overhead Cranes

Forklifts

Job description

Red Dot is seeking a Structural Steel Fabricator / Fitter-Welder to accurately fit, assemble, and weld structural steel components per shop drawings. The role requires reading drawings, laying out and fitting steel members, and performing quality welds while safely operating fabrication equipment.

The ideal candidate has experience in structural steel fabrication, a commitment to quality, and the ability to complete projects with minimal supervision in a fast-paced shop setting.