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Structural Steel Fabricator

Osborne Welding, Inc.
Portsmouth, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026

Osborne Welding, Inc. is seeking a dependable Structural Steel Fitter/Fabricator to join our fabrication team. This position is responsible for fitting, assembling, and preparing structural steel components according to shop drawings and project specifications. We are looking for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, works safely, and can accurately complete fabrication work in a fast-paced shop environment.

Responsibilities include:

  • Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings and fabrication details.
  • Lay out, fit, and assemble beams, columns, angles, plates, and other structural steel components.
  • Measure, mark, cut, drill, cope, and prepare material for fabrication.
  • Tack weld and fit components accurately prior to final welding.
  • Verify dimensions, squareness, alignment, and overall fit before completion.
  • Safely operate fabrication equipment, hand tools, grinders, torches, and related shop equipment.
  • Identify fabrication issues and communicate questions or discrepancies to supervisors.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
  • Follow Osborne Welding, Inc. quality and safety procedures.

Qualifications:

  • Structural steel fitting/fabrication experience preferred.
  • Ability to read and understand structural steel shop drawings.
  • Strong measuring, layout, and basic math skills.
  • Experience using tape measures, squares, levels, and fabrication tools.
  • Welding and tack-welding experience preferred.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
  • Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
  • Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of a structural steel fabrication environment.

We are looking for someone who values safety, quality, teamwork, and doing the job right the first time. If you have structural steel fabrication experience and are looking for an opportunity to put your skills to work with a growing team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

  • Welding: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $27

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