Structural Fitter/Fabricators - 2nd Shift

Kinsley Steel, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinsley Steel, Inc. is seeking experienced Structural Fitter/Fabricators to join our team in a manufacturing environment. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read structural blueprints, fit and weld components, and ensure dimensional accuracy. Overtime is required as production demands rise.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, tack-welding assemblies, and coordinating with welders to maintain schedules while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as Structural Steel Fitter or Fabricator.
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints and shop drawings.
• Experience fitting and assembling structural steel components.
• Proficient with tape measures, squares, levels and other precision tools.
• Experience with tack welding and preparing assemblies for final welding.
• Knowledge of structural shapes, materials and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to operate common fabrication tools safely.
• Strong attention to detail and dimensional accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and with a team; willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret structural steel blueprints and welding symbols.
• Fit, align, assemble, and tack-weld components per specs.
• Fabricate steel assemblies including beams, columns, frames, and braces.
• Measure, mark, cut, grind, and prep materials for fabrication.
• Operate grinders, torches, saws and shop tools.
• Layout and fit components with precision measuring tools.
• Verify dimensions, angles, and tolerances per drawings.
• Identify and correct fit-up issues before final welding.
• Coordinate with welders and supervisors to maintain schedules.
• Inspect finished assemblies for workmanship and quality.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Tack welding

MIG welding

FCAW welding

Fabrication tools

Measurement tools

Overhead crane

Quality inspection

Dimensional accuracy

Team collaboration

Tools

Grinders

Cutting torches

Saws

Tape measures

Job description

MET-CON is seeking experienced and detail-oriented Structural Fitter/Fabricators to join our team!

• Pay: $25.00–$27.00 per hour + $3 shift differential (will be based on experience)
• Shift: Monday–Friday | 3:30 a.m. – 2:30 a.m. (overtime is required as needed)

Job Summary

This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, proficiency with fabrication tools and equipment, and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality structural steel assemblies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Consideration Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Structural Steel Fitter, Fabricator, or in a similar industrial fabrication role.
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints and shop drawings.
• Experience fitting and assembling structural steel components.
• Proficiency using tape measures, squares, levels, and other precision measuring tools.
• Experience with tack welding and preparing structural steel assemblies for final welding.
• Working knowledge of structural steel shapes, materials, and fabrication techniques.
• Ability to operate common fabrication tools and equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a production environment.
• Willingness to work overtime based on production demands.
• Experience with commercial or industrial structural steel fabrication.
• Familiarity with American Welding Society (AWS) welding symbols.
• Experience working with wide-flange beams, channels, angles, tubing, and structural plate.
• Proficiency in MIG (GMAW) or Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) for tack welding and fabrication.
• Experience using overhead cranes, forklifts, or other material-handling equipment.
• Familiarity with structural steel fabrication quality standards and inspection procedures.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret structural steel blueprints, fabrication drawings, shop drawings, and welding symbols.
• Fit, align, assemble, and tack-weld structural steel components according to project specifications.
• Fabricate structural steel assemblies, including beams, columns, braces, frames, and miscellaneous steel components.
• Measure, mark, cut, grind, and prepare materials for fabrication and assembly.
• Operate fabrication equipment, including grinders, cutting torches, saws, and other shop tools.
• Perform accurate layout and fitting of structural steel components using measuring instruments and fabrication tools.
• Verify dimensions, angles, alignment, and tolerances to ensure compliance with fabrication drawings.
• Identify and correct fit-up issues before final welding.
• Coordinate with welders, supervisors, and other fabrication personnel to maintain production schedules.
• Inspect completed assemblies for accuracy, workmanship, and quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards.
• Perform additional fabrication duties and work overtime as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive movements throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and maneuver materials and tools as required, with appropriate assistance or lifting equipment.
• Comfortable working in an industrial fabrication shop environment.
• Ability to safely use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Kinsley Steel, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace where post‑offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Kinsley Steel, Inc. is a participant in the Federal E-Verify Program.