Structural Steel Fabricator: Precision Weld & Assembly

PDM; Carlisle (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PDM in Carlisle, IA is seeking a skilled Fabricator/Welder to prep, fit, cut, drill and weld structural steel assemblies to D1.1 and PDM quality tolerances. The role focuses on safety, productivity, and quality in a busy shop environment.

You will read blueprints, set daily plans, maintain tools and equipment, and assemble steel members using hoists, bolts and welding equipment. This outdoor-friendly position requires physical stamina and the ability to work long hours in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Education: 2 year trade school.
• Ability to read blueprints and measurements.
• Experience with cutting torches and stick/wire welding.

Responsibilities

• Review and establish daily plans.
• Monitor inventory and submit orders as needed.
• Inspect and maintain tools, equipment and machinery.
• Read specifications or blueprints to determine materials required.
• Unload and position prefabricated steel units for hoisting as needed.
• Connect columns, beams, and girders with bolts, following blueprints and instructions from supervisors.
• Fasten structural steel members to hoist cables, using chains, cables, or rope.
• Cut, bend, or weld steel pieces, using metal shears, torches, or welding equipment.
• Fabricate metal parts, such as steel frames, columns, beams, or girders, according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
• Measure, cut and bend rebar.
• Examine work pieces and defects and measure work pieces to ensure conformance with specifications.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Education

Two-year trade school

Tools

Cutting torches

Welding equipment

Job description

PDM in Carlisle, IA is seeking a skilled Fabricator/Welder to prep, fit, cut, drill and weld structural steel assemblies to D1.1 and PDM quality tolerances. The role focuses on safety, productivity, and quality in a busy shop environment.

You will read blueprints, set daily plans, maintain tools and equipment, and assemble steel members using hoists, bolts and welding equipment. This outdoor-friendly position requires physical stamina and the ability to work long hours in varying weather.