Structural Steel Fabricator/Welder – Cocoa, FL

Structural Steel Fabricator/Welder – Cocoa, FL

Location: Cocoa, FL
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shifts: 1st & 2nd Shift
Starting Pay: $24/hour — higher depending on experience
2nd Shift Differential: +$3/hour

Position Summary

Hiring experienced Structural Steel Fabricators/Welders to build and assemble steel components in a fabrication shop. This position combines blueprint reading, steel fitting, measuring, cutting, alignment, and welding.

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Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and technical specifications.
• Measure, mark, cut, fit, align, and assemble structural steel components.
• Perform structural steel welding according to project requirements and applicable standards.
• Set up and operate fabrication machinery, equipment, and hand tools.
• Use oxyacetylene torches, plasma cutters, drill presses, angle presses, jigs, tape measures, and squares.
• Set up and operate a track torch when required.
• Check dimensions, fit-up, alignment, and finished assemblies for accuracy and quality.
• Maintain an organized work area and follow all shop safety procedures.
• Work with supervisors and fabrication team members to meet production schedules.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in structural steel welding, fitting, or fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience measuring, fitting, aligning, and assembling structural steel.
• Knowledge of welding processes, fabrication equipment, and shop tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate dimensions.
• Dependable attendance and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a production-oriented fabrication environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Flux Core welding experience.
• Ability to successfully complete a Flux Core welding test.
• Experience setting up and operating a track torch.
• AWS or other welding certifications.

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