Structural Steel Fitter / Fabricator

JGM; Sinking Spring (Berks County); On-site; USD 31,684 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

PTO & Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Lunch provided every other Friday

Daily snack & drink allowance

Job summary

A leading fabrication shop in Sinking Spring, PA is seeking skilled structural steel fitters to join their team. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in fitting and fabrication, with a strong focus on safety and quality. The role involves reading blueprints, fabricating steel components, and safely operating equipment. The company offers competitive hourly pay ranging from $23 to $36, comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan, as well as opportunities for skill development and advancement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years structural steel fitting and fabrication experience.
• AISC fabrication shop experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Layout, fit, and fabricate carbon steel bridge components.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts.

Skills

Structural steel fitting

Blueprint reading

Quality focus

OSHA safety

Teamwork

Job description

Location: Sinking Spring, PA

Pay: $23–$36/hour (based on experience & skills)

Schedule: 5:00 AM start | 10-hour shifts | ½-hour lunch

Facility: 60,000 SF AISC Advanced Bridge Certified fabrication shop (growing)

Build America’s Bridges. Build a Career with Purpose.

JGM Fabricators & Constructors is an AISC Advanced Bridge Certified Fabrication Shop expanding to support complex, high-profile bridge projects across the U.S. We are hiring structural steel fitters / fabricators who take pride in safety, accuracy, and craftsmanship—and want a career that supports long-term financial well-being.

Our teams fabricate Lift Bridges, Railroad Bridges, Trestle Bridges, Bus Terminals, Main Spans, and Approaches, all built to AWS D1.5 Bridge Code standards.

Experience Required

• 2+ years structural steel fitting and fabrication experience
• AISC fabrication shop experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and blueprints
• Strong focus on quality, accuracy, and OSHA safety
• Ability to work in a team-driven, safety-first environment Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols
• Layout, Fit and fabricate carbon steel bridge components to meet dimensional tolerances
• Perform grinding, arc gouging, cutting torch, and oxyfuel cutting
• Safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment
• Maintain compliance with AISC, AWS D1.1 & D1.5, and OSHA standards

Why JGM

• Work on iconic infrastructure projects that matter
• Safety and quality are non-negotiable
• Clear paths for skill development, advancement, and leadership
• A company that believes hard work should lead to financial stability and opportunity
• A place you can retire from
• Learn more about our Apprentice to Millionaire Program

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly pay ($23–$36/hr)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous employee referral program
• Training and continuing education

Fabrication Shop Perks

• Daily snack & drink allowance
• Annual safety boot allowance (on-site truck visit)
• Annual prescription safety glasses program
• Overtime available
• Lunch provided every other Friday

Who Thrives Here

• Fitters and fabricators who care about safety, quality, and reputation
• Craftsmen who want more than a job—a career building America
• Team players who want to grow skills, earnings, and leadership