Structural Steel MIG Fabrication Technician

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About the Opportunity

As a Structural Steel MIG Fabrication Technician, you will join, fabricate, and repair steel parts using gas metal arc welding (GMAW) techniques and equipment while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Pay & Shifts

• Hourly Rate: $18.00 – $21.00 (Paid Weekly)
• 1st Shift: Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: Mon–Fri, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (+$1.00 shift differential)
• 3rd Shift: Mon–Fri, 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM (+$1.50 shift differential)

Core Responsibilities

• Execute MIG/GMAW welding to join, fabricate, and repair steel components
• Read and interpret simple blueprints to determine weld requirements
• Set up and operate one or more processing machines as assigned
• Use measuring tools (tape measures, box/slide dial calipers, micrometers) to verify dimensions
• Perform conversions between fractions/decimals and metric/English units
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes; maintain required equipment certifications
• Apply sound judgment and attention to detail to deliver high-quality work
• Utilize hand tools including hammer, pliers, screwdriver, wrench, drill, grinder, and bander
• Uphold the team’s focus areas: Safety Commitment; Welding Requirements; Quality and Accuracy; General Duties
• Communicate effectively in conversational English (spoken and written)

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Relevant experience, apprenticeship, or vocational training preferred
• Ability to pass and maintain MIG Welder certification

Physical Demands

• Standing and walking for prolonged periods; 2–5 miles per shift
• Frequent bending, sitting, standing, twisting, stooping
• Lift/carry 25–50 lbs from floor to waist and front-carry 25–50 lbs repeatedly per shift
• Overhead reach; squat, kneel; climb short ladders or steps
• Fine motor coordination for precise handling and manipulation
• Read labels; follow safety/SOPs; communicate effectively in an industrial environment
• 20/30 vision with corrective lenses
• Subject to environmental conditions that occur indoors and outdoors which include, but are not limited to:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

About O’Neal Manufacturing Services

We’re a family-owned metal fabrication leader with 100+ years of history. Join a team that values learning, craftsmanship, and reliability—and pays you weekly for the work you do.