Structural Steel Welder

We are seeking experienced Structural Steel Welders to join our fabrication team. This role involves welding structural steel assemblies to demanding quality standards for bridge and commercial construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural steel welding in accordance with shop drawings, welding procedures, and quality requirements
• Produce high-quality fillet, groove, and full-penetration welds
• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
• Perform carbon arc gouging and weld preparation as required
• Weld shear studs and other structural steel components
• Inspect work for quality and dimensional accuracy before releasing assemblies
• Remove slag and clean welds to meet company and customer standards
• Work closely with fitters, inspectors, and production personnel to meet fabrication schedules
• Maintain a safe and organized work area

Qualifications

• Experience welding structural steel, bridge steel, or heavy fabricated assemblies
• Ability to weld in multiple positions, including vertical and overhead
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and welding symbols
• Knowledge of FCAW, SMAW, and other structural welding processes
• Experience with carbon arc gouging
• Strong attention to quality, workmanship, and safety
• Ability to work in a fast-paced fabrication environment

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS welding certifications or the ability to obtain certification
• Experience with AWS D1.1 and/or AWS D1.5 welding requirements
• Experience in bridge fabrication or heavy structural steel
• Experience welding shear studs
• Experience working in an AISC-certified fabrication shop

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work throughout the shift
• Ability to lift welding equipment, tools, and materials
• Ability to work around cranes, fabrication equipment, and heavy steel assemblies
• Ability to safely perform welding in various positions and shop conditions

Why Work at Littell Steel?

• Stable, family-owned company with over 80 years of history
• Work on complex bridge and structural steel projects
• Union environment focused on craftsmanship and quality
• Competitive wages and benefits
• Long-term career opportunities with an established fabrication shop