Overview

Join our dynamic fabrication team as a Shop Fabrication Technician, where you will play a vital role in transforming technical drawings and blueprints into high-quality metal components. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work with advanced fabrication equipment, including plasma cutters, press brake machines, and welding tools, in a fast-paced shop environment. Your mechanical expertise and attention to detail will ensure precision and safety in every project, contributing directly to our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Duties

• Interpret mechanical blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to accurately fabricate metal components.
• Operate and maintain shop tools such as power tools, plasma cutters, press brakes, and sheet metal fabrication equipment.
• Perform MIG, TIG, FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), and welding techniques according to AWS standards.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments to ensure parts meet exact specifications.
• Execute mechanical fabrication tasks including ductwork assembly, pipe threading, rigging, and sheet metal fabrication.
• Read and interpret schematics and technical drawings for assembly and fabrication projects.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area while adhering to safety protocols; operate forklifts and rigging equipment as needed for material handling.

Experience

• Proven shop fabrication experience with a strong background in metal fabrication and mechanical assembly.
• Construction site experience preferred, with familiarity in construction processes and safety standards.
• Skilled in welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, FCAW, SMAW, gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and plasma cutting aligned with AWS or ASME codes & standards.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings accurately; strong mechanical knowledge essential.
• Experience operating shop machinery including press brake machines, machining tools, soldering equipment, and pipe threading tools.
• Familiarity with construction safety practices including crane operation, rigging, forklift operation, and working within manufacturing environments.
• Basic math skills for shop math calculations; ability to measure precisely using calipers and micrometers.
• Required Expertise: Proven, hands-on experience with hydraulic systems (installation, repair, and maintenance) is a must.
• Experience: Prior professional experience in custom fabrication, construction, welding, auto body, or a similar trade is essential. You know your way around a shop!
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using a variety of shop tools, including hand tools, power tools, saws, grinders, and drill presses.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift heavy objects, stand for extended periods, and perform physical tasks required for fabrication and repair work.
• Attitude: A proactive, problem-solving mindset. You see a challenge and find a solution.
• Full-Time Commitment: This is a full-time position requiring consistent attendance and dedication to meeting project deadlines.

Nice to Have:

• Proficiency in MIG/TIG welding is a significant plus.
• Possession of your own basic set of tools is highly desirable.

Join us as a Shop Fabrication Technician where your craftsmanship fuels innovative projects! We are committed to fostering a safe environment that values your skills while offering opportunities for growth in the manufacturing sector. All roles are paid positions that support your professional development in a vibrant team setting dedicated to quality craftsmanship and safety excellence.

Pay: $26.75 - $32.21 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person