Job Overview

Ozark Steel is under new ownership and seeking skilled and motivated Structural Steel Fitter/Welders to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling, fitting, and welding structural steel components with precision and adherence to safety standards. Your experience will contribute to the successful completion of large-scale projects throughout the Midwest. Two weeks of vacation time accrued in the first year of employment, monthly attendance bonuses, annual bonuses based on profitability of company. Starting pay dependent on years of experience.

Responsibilities

Interpret blueprints to accurately assemble steel structures.
Measure, cut, fit, and weld steel materials using measuring instruments and shop math to ensure precise fabrication.
Perform welding operations including MIG (Metal Inert Gas), TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas), FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), and gas metal arc welding in accordance with AWS (American Welding Society) standards and ASME codes.
Use power tools, hand tools, plasma cutters, and other fabrication equipment to shape and assemble components.
Maintain safety protocols and site-specific safety procedures during all phases of work.
Safely rig and handle materials using jib cranes and overhead cranes.
Work with team members in the shop to meet project deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
Pay rate based on level of experience

Requirements

Proven experience working in fabrication shops with a focus on structural steel fitting and welding.
Proficiency in blueprint reading.
Skilled in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, FCAW, SMAW, and gas metal arc welding; certification according to AWS standards is preferred.
Familiarity with measuring instruments such as tape measures, squares, and other fabrication tools for precise fabrication.
Ability to operate power tools such as plasma cutters, grinders, drills, and other fabrication equipment safely.
Experience with rigging operations for lifting and positioning heavy steel components using jib cranes and overhead cranes.
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Mechanical knowledge combined with hands-on experience in steel fabrication or manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
Pay rate based on experience level.

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 48.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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