Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator

Express Employment Professionals; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Stable, long-term employment

Job summary

Express Employment International (US) is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator in the United States. The role requires reading blueprints and weld symbols, with a focus on assembling structural steel with precision.

You will layout and fit steel components, place materials in jigs, perform tack welds, and assist with final weld preparation while maintaining quality and safety standards on a 4-day work week (Mon‑Thu) with Fridays off.

Qualifications

• Must read blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Able to recognize and interpret weld symbols.
• Prior welding and steel fabrication experience.
• Must pass blueprint reading and welding assessment.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, identify weld symbols, and assemble steel components with precision.
• Read fabrication drawings and weld symbols to guide work.
• Layout, fit, and assemble structural steel per specifications.
• Place materials in jigs, perform tack welds, and assist with final welding.
• Verify dimensions and ensure tolerances are met.
• Use measuring tools, hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Identify and correct fit-up issues before welding.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and follow schedules.

Skills

Read blueprints

Identify weld symbols

Welding and fabrication experience

Attention to detail

Pass blueprint reading and weldingTest

Tools

Measuring tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Schedule

Monday - Thursday (4-Day Work Week) | Fridays Off

Job Description

Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator

Location: Chester, SC

Schedule: Monday - Thursday (4-Day Work Week) | Fridays Off

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour (Based on Experience)

Position Overview

A growing steel manufacturing company in Chester is hiring an experienced Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator

Important Candidates

MUST be able to read blueprints and recognize weld symbols.

If you cannot read blueprints, please do not apply. All qualified candidates will be required to complete a blueprint reading and welding assessment.

Essential Job Duties

• This position requires individuals who can accurately read blueprints, identify weld symbols, and assemble steel components with precision. Candidates will work with structural steel, place materials into jigs, perform tack welds, and ensure assemblies meet specifications before final welding.
• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and weld symbols.
• Layout, fit, and assemble structural steel components according to specifications.
• Place steel materials into jigs and fixtures with precise measurements.
• Perform tack welding and assist with final weld preparation.
• Verify dimensions and ensure assemblies meet production tolerances.
• Use measuring tools, hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Identify and correct fit-up issues before welding.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Follow quality standards and production schedules.

Requirements

Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator

Must Have

• Proven ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Ability to recognize and interpret weld symbols.
• Prior welding and steel fabrication experience.
• Strong attention to detail and precision in assembly work.
• Ability to pass a blueprint reading and welding test.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy lifting throughout the shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
• Pulling and pushing steel materials and assemblies.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Working in a manufacturing environment around steel products and welding operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Structural steel fabrication experience.
• MIG welding experience.
• Experience using jigs, fixtures, and measuring equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and fabrication knowledge.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
• Monday - Thursday Schedule (Fridays Off)
• Medical Benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Stable, long-term employment with a growing manufacturer

MUST BE ABLE TO READ BLUEPRINTS

Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator

This is a critical requirement for the position. Candidates who cannot independently read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols will not be considered. A skills assessment will be administered during the hiring process.