Steel Pipe Fabrication Technician

Viking Group; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Group in Illinois is seeking a Steel Pipe Fabrication Technician to work hands-on with steel pipe, including cutting, threading, grooving, grinding, inspecting, and moving parts through fabrication. You will rotate through plasma cutting, semi-automatic fabrication, welding support, robotics-assisted processes, and material handling, with open first and second shifts and on-the-job training.

The role requires familiarity with fabrication equipment, metals handling, and basic math;

Qualifications

• Background in manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, machine operation, construction, mechanical trades, or general labor preferred.
• Steel fabrication, welding, robotics, or industrial production experience is a plus (not required).
• Proven ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Able to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Ability to read/follow work instructions, production schedules, and fabrication specifications preferred.
• Forklift/material handling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication machinery such as plasma cutters, cold saws, band saws, grinders, and threading/grooving machines.
• Support shop operations across fabrication, welding support, machine operation, robotics, and material handling.
• Prepare steel pipe to meet specs: cut, groove, thread, grind.
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints/specs, measurements and tape measures.
• Inspect materials, welds and finished goods for defects and conformance.
• Load, unload, stage, and move steel pipe, fittings, and raw materials through workflow.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Tools

Plasma cutting equipment

Cold saws

Band saws

Grinders

Pipe grooving & threading machines

Job description

Join Viking as a Steel Pipe Fabrication TechnicianStep into a fast-moving fabrication shop where you’ll work hands-on with steel pipe—cutting, threading, grooving, grinding, inspecting, and helping parts move from raw material to finished product. You’ll rotate through stations that include plasma cutting, semi-automatic fabrication, welding support, robotics-assisted processes, and material handling. We have openings on first and second shift and provide thorough, on-the-job training.What You’ll DoRun fabrication machinery: plasma cutters, cold saws/band saws, threading and grooving machines, grinders, and semi-automatic equipment.Support shop operations across fabrication, welding support, machine operation, robotics, and material handling.Prepare steel pipe and materials—cut, groove, thread, grind—to meet customer specs and production targets.Assist with machine operations such as outlet placement and automated fabrication processes.Read and interpret work orders, blueprints/specs, measurements, and tape measures to ensure accuracy.Inspect materials, welds, and finished goods for defects and dimensional conformance.Perform finishing tasks: grinding, deburring, cleanup, and general fabrication support.Load, unload, stage, organize, and move steel pipe, fittings, and raw materials through the workflow.Bundle, band, label, and prepare orders for shipment.Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, CombiLift equipment, overhead cranes, and other material handling tools.Troubleshoot minor production or equipment issues and escalate concerns to leadership.Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe; follow SOPs and best practices.Follow all safety protocols including PPE, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and standard procedures.Complete required operational, safety, and production training and demonstrate competency.Support additional production needs as assigned by Fabrication Leadership or Branch Operations Management.Qualifications & ExperienceBackground in manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, machine operation, construction, mechanical trades, or general labor preferred.Steel fabrication, welding, robotics, or industrial production experience is a plus (not required).Proven ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Mechanical aptitude; comfortable with hand/power tools, fabrication equipment, and production machinery.Able to read a tape measure and perform basic math.Ability to read/follow work instructions, production schedules, and fabrication specifications preferred.Adaptable to changing schedules, priorities, and workflow demands.Forklift/material handling experience preferred.Willing to learn fabrication processes, welding support, robotics, and machine operation through hands-on training.Physical RequirementsStand, walk, bend, twist, climb, and perform repetitive tasks for the full shift.Frequently lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs.Work safely around moving machinery, forklifts, cranes, sparks, and welding operations.Comfortable in an industrial environment with noise, dust, heat, sparks, fumes, and similar conditions.Tools & Equipment You’ll UsePlasma cutting equipmentCold saws and band sawsPipe grooving and threading machinesGrinders and hand toolsSemi-automatic fabrication and welding equipmentForklifts, pallet jacks, and CombiLift equipmentOverhead cranes and lifting devicesTraining & ScheduleStructured, on-the-job training in fabrication equipment, welding support functions, robotics, production processes, quality standards, and safety procedures.Openings on first and second shift.