Structural Steel Fabricator: Weld, Cut & Assemble to Specs

PDM Precast, Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

PDM Precast, Inc. is seeking a skilled tradesperson to prep, fit, cut, drill and weld structural steel assemblies to D1.1 and PDM quality tolerances. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and continuous improvement in a shop environment.

The candidate should have a 2-year trade school background, be able to read blueprints, and possess about 4 years of related experience. This is an outdoor, on-site position with long hours and varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 2 year trade school required.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.
• 4 years of job experience required.

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 locations, quantities or sizes of materials.
• Unload and position prefabricated steel units for hoisting as needed.
• Connect columns, beams, and girders with bolts following blueprints and supervisor instructions.
• Fasten structural steel members to hoist cables using chains, cables or rope.
• Cut, bend, or weld steel pieces using torches or welding equipment.
• Fabricate metal parts according to blueprints or supervisor instructions.
• Measure, cut and bend rebar.
• Examine work pieces and defects and ensure conformance with specifications.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding

Torch operation

Education

2 year trade school

Tools

Cutting torches

Welding equipment

Job description

PDM Precast, Inc. is seeking a skilled tradesperson to prep, fit, cut, drill and weld structural steel assemblies to D1.1 and PDM quality tolerances. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and continuous improvement in a shop environment.

The candidate should have a 2-year trade school background, be able to read blueprints, and possess about 4 years of related experience. This is an outdoor, on-site position with long hours and varied weather conditions.