General Laborer

General Laborer
Virginia Steel and Fabrication, Inc.
Location: Bastian, Virginia
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with overtime as needed

About Virginia Steel and Fabrication

Virginia Steel and Fabrication is a growing structural steel fabrication company serving commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and manufacturing customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic. We are committed to investing in our workforce by providing opportunities for advancement, hands-on training, and long-term career growth in the skilled trades.

Position Summary

Virginia Steel and Fabrication is seeking dependable, hardworking General Laborers to support our fabrication and production operations. This position plays an important role in maintaining a safe, clean, and productive manufacturing environment while assisting skilled welders, fitters, machine operators, and fabricators.

No previous steel fabrication experience is required. We are willing to train motivated individuals with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with loading, unloading, and moving steel materials throughout the facility.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment safely.
• Prepare materials for fabrication by cleaning, grinding, measuring, or staging components.
• Assist welders, fitters, and machine operators as directed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform basic shop cleanup and housekeeping duties.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Inspect materials and report damaged equipment or safety concerns.
• Perform other production and warehouse duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand, bend, climb, kneel, and work on concrete floors for extended periods.
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and machinery.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Preferred

• Manufacturing, warehouse, construction, or industrial experience.
• Forklift or overhead crane experience (training available).
• Experience using hand and power tools.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Perform repetitive movements involving hands and arms.
• Work indoors in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and moving equipment.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• Paid training and career development
• OppoGeneral Laborer

  Virginia Steel and Fabrication, Inc.
  Location: Bastian, Virginia
  Job Type: Full-Time
  Schedule: Monday–Friday, with overtime as needed

  
  
  
  

  About Virginia Steel and Fabrication

  Virginia Steel and Fabrication is a growing structural steel fabrication company serving commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and manufacturing customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic. We are committed to investing in our workforce by providing opportunities for advancement, hands-on training, and long-term career growth in the skilled trades.

  
  
  
  

  Position Summary

  Virginia Steel and Fabrication is seeking dependable, hardworking General Laborers to support our fabrication and production operations. This position plays an important role in maintaining a safe, clean, and productive manufacturing environment while assisting skilled welders, fitters, machine operators, and fabricators.

  No previous steel fabrication experience is required. We are willing to train motivated individuals with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.

  
  
  
  

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist with loading, unloading, and moving steel materials throughout the facility.
  • Operate hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment safely.
  • Prepare materials for fabrication by cleaning, grinding, measuring, or staging components.
  • Assist welders, fitters, and machine operators as directed.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.
  • Perform basic shop cleanup and housekeeping duties.
  • Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
  • Inspect materials and report damaged equipment or safety concerns.
  • Perform other production and warehouse duties as assigned.

  
  Qualifications

  
  

  Required

  • High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
  • Ability to stand, bend, climb, kneel, and work on concrete floors for extended periods.
  • Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and machinery.
  • Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

  Preferred

  • Manufacturing, warehouse, construction, or industrial experience.
  • Forklift or overhead crane experience (training available).
  • Experience using hand and power tools.

  
  Physical Requirements

  • Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Stand and walk for extended periods.
  • Perform repetitive movements involving hands and arms.
  • Work indoors in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and moving equipment.
  • Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) with company participation
  • Paid training and career development
  • Opportunities for advancement into welding, fabrication, machine operation, quality control, and leadership roles

Why Join Virginia Steel and Fabrication?

At Virginia Steel and Fabrication, we believe skilled manufacturing careers build strong communities. We invest in our employees through training, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement, creating an environment where hardworking individuals can build lasting careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Virginia Steel and Fabrication is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing a workplace that is safe, respectful, and inclusive for all employees.rtunities for advancement into welding, fabrication, machine operation, quality control, and leadership roles