Structural Steel Welder and Fitter Roles

Structural Steel WelderCapital Professional Staffing is recruiting for experienced Structural Steel Welders for the night shift of a growing structural steel and industrial fabrication operation in Tyler, Texas. These are production fabrication positions requiring previous structural steel or heavy metal fabrication shop experience. Candidates must have strong wire-feed Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) experience and be capable of producing quality structural welds in a fast-paced fabrication environment. The company has invested in new, state-of-the-art fabrication equipment and has substantial production work underway.Responsibilities• Perform FCAW wire-feed welding on structural steel components and fabricated assemblies • Weld beams, columns, plate, structural shapes, connections, and other fabricated steel components • Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings and fabrication drawings • Read and understand weld symbols and welding requirements • Set and adjust welding equipment appropriately for the work being performed • Perform multi-pass welds as required • Inspect welds and completed work for quality and conformance • Identify and correct welding defects when necessary • Perform grinding, cleaning, preparation, and related fabrication work • Work closely with fitters and other shop personnel to maintain production flow • Maintain productivity while consistently producing quality welds • Follow established welding procedures, quality requirements, and safety practices • Maintain welding equipment and work areaQualifications• Structural steel or heavy metal fabrication shop experience required • Strong FCAW wire-feed welding experience required • Experience welding structural carbon steel • Ability to read structural steel shop drawings • Ability to read and understand weld symbols • Strong understanding of fit-up, joint preparation, welding sequence, and weld quality • Ability to perform consistent production welding during long shifts • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced structural steel fabrication environment • Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their welding ability as part of the hiring processSchedule & Compensation• Currently operating 7 days per week with substantial overtime • $35-$40 per hour based on experience and qualifications • Overtime paid in addition to base hourly rate • Full employee benefits • Permanent, full-time position