Structural Steel Welder/Fabricator (FCAW)

Linita Design & Manufacturing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with low HRA

Dental and vision insurance 90% or 100

Short-term disability 100% employer

Long-term disability 100% employer

Life insurance $50,000 100% employer

401(k) with 4% company match

Job summary

Linita Design & Manufacturing is seeking experienced Structural Steel Welder/Fabricators for our 2nd shift. You will work on custom structural steel projects, operate heavy fabrication equipment, and build large assemblies for major projects.

The role offers overtime opportunities, a shift premium of $1.50/hour for 2nd shift, and strong room for long-term career growth in a stable, 53-year-old company.

Qualifications

• FCAW welding experience in structural or custom steel fabrication.
• Ability to perform open root and fillet welds.
• Experience with gauging, fitting, and grinding.
• Ability to read and work from fabrication drawings preferred.
• Successful completion of a weld test is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 600-amp wire-feed welders.
• Perform FCAW welding on structural steel components.
• Use cutting and heating torches.
• Grinding, drilling, tapping, and sawing operations.
• Operate ironworker equipment.
• Material handling and shop support activities.
• Operate overhead cranes and work with large fabricated assemblies.
• Work from scaffolding as required.
• Follow safety and quality standards.

Skills

Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)

Open root welds

Fillet welds

Read fabrication drawings

Weld test

Tools

600-amp wire-feed welders

Overhead cranes

Fabrication equipment

Job description

Job Description

Build Your Career with a Company Built to Last

Build your future with a structural steel fabrication company that has been in business for over 53 years and has a secured backlog of work through 2031. If you're looking for long-term stability, opportunities to grow your skills, steady overtime, and a workplace where people build careers—not just hold jobs.

We are seeking experienced Structural Steel Welder/Fabricators (FCAW) with welding experience to join our growing team. This is not a repetitive production welding role. You'll work on custom structural steel projects, operate heavy fabrication equipment, and build large steel assemblies that support major construction projects.

If you're looking for steady work, overtime opportunities, excellent benefits, and a company where employees build long-term careers, we'd like to speak with you.

What We Offer

• Long-term job security with a strong workload through 2031
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and skill level
• $1.50/hour shift premium for 2nd shift
• Overtime opportunities
• Career growth and skill development
• Small-company environment where your contributions matter

Shift Available

2nd Shift

• Monday - Thursday
• 2:00 PM - 12:30 AM
• Additional $1.50/hour shift differential

Qualifications

• Experience with Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) in structural or custom steel fabrication
• Ability to perform open root and fillet welds
• Experience with gauging, fitting, and grinding
• Ability to read and work from fabrication drawings preferred
• Successful completion of a weld test is required

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 600-amp wire-feed welders
• Perform FCAW welding on structural steel components
• Use cutting and heating torches
• Grinding, drilling, tapping, and sawing operations
• Operate ironworker equipment
• Material handling and shop support activities
• Operate overhead cranes and work with large fabricated assemblies
• Work from scaffolding as required
• Follow safety and quality standards

Benefits

• Medical insurance with low HRA deductible
• Dental and vision insurance (90% employer paid)
• Short-term disability (100% employer paid)
• Long-term disability (100% employer paid)
• $50,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match

Compensation

Hourly wage is based on experience, welding ability, and overall qualifications. Please include your wage expectations when applying.

Starting pay range for entry-level candidates: $20-$25/hour, based on skills and experience.