Skilled Metals Fabricator – Stairs & Railings (1st Shift)

Qualdoc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualdoc is seeking a skilled Metal Fabricator to build and assemble stairs, ladders, and other miscellaneous steel components in our Richmond, VA facility. You will read blueprints, lay out material, cut, fit, weld, and finish parts using a range of fabrication equipment, while maintaining strict quality standards.

This role requires experience in metal fabrication, blueprint interpretation, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in miscellaneous metals or structural metal fabrication.
• FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding) experience; welding certification preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, and fabrication specifications.
• Strong measuring, layout, and metalworking skills.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Effective time management and ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks in an industrial setting.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble metal stairs, ladders, and other miscellaneous steel components.
• Read blueprints, shop drawings, shop tickets, and technical specifications.
• Measure, lay out, cut, fit, weld, and finish metal parts.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including saws, shears, press brakes, welders, and grinders.
• Inspect finished work for accuracy, quality, and compliance with specifications.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and fellow fabricators to meet project requirements and deadlines.
• Troubleshoot fabrication problems and help identify practical solutions.
• Keep tools and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Adjust to changing workloads and project priorities without compromising quality.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring & layout

Metal fabrication

Welding (FCAW)

Quality inspection

Time management

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Industrial setting adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sawing equipment

Saws

Shears

Press brakes

Welders

Grinders

Job description

Qualdoc is seeking a skilled Metal Fabricator to build and assemble stairs, ladders, and other miscellaneous steel components in our Richmond, VA facility. You will read blueprints, lay out material, cut, fit, weld, and finish parts using a range of fabrication equipment, while maintaining strict quality standards.

This role requires experience in metal fabrication, blueprint interpretation, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.