Steel Fabrication Technician Architectural Metals

Fabrication & Assembly

• Fabricate and assemble custom metal products including handrails, stair systems, ladders, platforms, and related steel components


• Perform layout, measuring, fitting, cutting, welding, grinding, and finishing operations


• Build assemblies according to fabrication drawings, specifications, and production requirements


• Ensure completed products meet dimensional and quality standards before release

Blueprint Interpretation

• Read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication details, work orders, and technical documents


• Verify measurements and specifications before beginning fabrication work


• Identify potential fabrication issues and communicate solutions to supervisors or project personnel

Equipment Operation

• Safely operate fabrication equipment including:
  
  
  
  • Saws
  
  
  • Shears
  
  
  • Press brakes
  
  
  • Welding equipment
  
  
  • Additional shop machinery as needed
  
  
  
  


• Conduct work in accordance with established safety procedures and shop practices


• Maintain equipment awareness and report maintenance concerns when identified

Quality & Production

• Produce work that meets craftsmanship expectations while maintaining production schedules


• Inspect finished assemblies for accuracy, fit, and overall quality


• Prioritize assignments effectively when multiple projects are in progress


• Adapt to changing production demands and shifting project timelines

Team Collaboration

• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers, and fellow shop personnel to ensure efficient workflow


• Contribute to problem-solving efforts related to fabrication methods and production challenges


• Maintain a professional, team-oriented approach in a deadline-driven environment

Shop Organization & Safety

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area


• Follow all company safety requirements and operating procedures


• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE)


• Support a culture of quality, accountability, and workplace safety

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Experience in metal fabrication, particularly involving miscellaneous metals, rail systems, or similar fabricated products


• Proficiency with FCAW welding processes; welding certifications are considered an advantage


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and fabrication documents


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work


• Effective organizational and time-management skills


• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a production-focused environment


• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to adapt to changing priorities


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work in an industrial setting

• Indoor fabrication shop environment


• Exposure to welding fumes, metal dust, paint vapors, exhaust, and industrial noise


• Frequent interaction with moving machinery, electrical equipment, and fabrication tools


• Early morning weekday schedule with occasional overtime and weekend work based on production demands


• Required use of safety glasses, hearing protection, protective footwear, and other assigned PPE


• Long pants must be worn at all times within production areas