Fitter/Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

A growing structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication company is seeking an experienced Fitter/Welder to join its fabrication shop in Arizona. The company specializes in structural steel fabrication and erection for commercial construction projects and is known for maintaining a strong safety culture and collaborative team environment.

This is a full-time shop-based role offering steady, year-round work in a fast-paced fabrication environment. The company values skilled professionals who take pride in craftsmanship, work efficiently to meet deadlines, and contribute positively to a hardworking team culture.

The Role

The Fitter/Welder will be responsible for fitting, laying out, and welding structural steel components according to shop drawings and welding specifications. Success in this role means producing high-quality welds, maintaining strong productivity standards, and ensuring all work aligns with safety and quality requirements.

This role works closely with fabrication shop teams to ensure accurate fit-up, proper welding procedures, and efficient production of structural steel components.

Responsibilities

• Perform layout and fit-up of structural steel components according to shop drawings.
• Interpret fabrication drawings and plans to ensure accurate assembly.
• Set up welding equipment and adjust machine settings as required during welding operations.
• Execute welds in accordance with AWS D1.1 welding standards .
• Inspect fit-up for full penetration welds and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain clean welds free from inclusions, undercut, or porosity.
• Grind, bevel, and clean weld areas as required to prepare materials for fabrication.
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure tools are properly stored and maintained.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in structural steel fitting, layout, and welding.
• Experience with Flux Cored welding processes .
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and fabrication plans.
• Strong focus on safety and adherence to shop procedures.
• Ability to pass in-shop layout and fit-up testing .
• Must provide personal welding gear for weld testing (hood, gloves, jacket).
• Professional working proficiency in English .
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening .

Nice to Have

• Experience with MIG welding using solid core gas-shielded wire .
• Experience welding mild steel over 1.5" thickness .
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification .

Salary

Depending on experience, with advancement opportunities following the first 90 days.

Location

Arizona, Full-time fabrication shop role (Monday–Friday).

Benefits

• Full benefits package including PTO and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Financial education resources
• Employee appreciation events and giveaways
• Birthday and work anniversaries
• Opportunities for advancement and long-term career growth