Steel Fabrication & Fitting Technician

Steel Fabrication & Fitting Technician

Location: Cocoa, FL
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shifts: 1st and 2nd shift available
Pay Rate: Up to $26.00/hour, depending on experience
2nd Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour

Job Overview

We are hiring a Steel Fabrication & Fitting Technician to prepare and assemble steel components in a manufacturing shop. This position involves working from blueprints, taking accurate measurements, preparing materials, and ensuring assembled parts meet required specifications.

Previous structural steel fitting experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with backgrounds in metal fabrication, fitting, or similar manufacturing work are encouraged to apply.

Work Environment: Shop-based position with no fieldwork or travel required.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine material dimensions and assembly requirements.
• Measure, mark, cut, and prepare steel using hand tools and shop equipment.
• Fit, position, align, and assemble steel components according to specifications.
• Operate oxyacetylene torches, plasma cutters, drill presses, angle presses, and fitting jigs.
• Use tape measures, squares, and other measuring tools to verify dimensions and alignment.
• Inspect completed assemblies for accuracy and quality.
• Coordinate with coworkers and supervisors to meet production schedules.
• Keep the work area organized and follow established safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in structural steel fitting, fabrication, metalworking, or a related manufacturing role is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of measuring, cutting, positioning, and assembling metal components.
• Familiarity with fabrication tools and equipment, including torches, plasma cutters, and presses.
• Strong attention to detail and measurement accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to complete a pre-employment drug test and/or background check, as applicable.
• Ability to work in a shop-based manufacturing environment.
• Availability for either first or second shift.

Candidates with transferable fitting, fabrication, or metalworking skills are encouraged to apply, even if they have not worked specifically with structural steel.