What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Steel Welder position at SPEEDWAY STEEL?
Structural Steel Welder
Speedway Steel | Full-Time | Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
About the Role
Speedway Steel is hiring experienced Structural Steel Welders. This is a production welding role — you'll be running flux-core wire all shift on structural steel components for commercial and industrial projects. If you can burn wire and produce quality welds consistently, we want to talk.
Responsibilities
- Weld structural steel members including beams, columns, base plates, connection plates, and misc. steel
- Operate FCAW (flux-core) equipment running 0.045 and 1/16 wire
- Weld in all required positions — flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead
- Follow weld procedure specifications (WPS) and maintain proper heat input and travel speed
- Inspect own welds for quality, appearance, and dimensional accuracy
- Comply with AWS D1.1 structural welding standards
- Keep equipment in good working order — report wire feed issues, tip wear, or gun problems to the foreman
- Maintain a clean work area and follow all safety and PPE requirements
Qualifications
Required
- 2 years of structural steel welding experience in a fabrication shop
- Hands-on experience with FCAW using 0.045 and/or 1/16 flux-core wire
- Ability to weld in multiple positions and maintain consistent weld quality at production pace
- Ability to read basic weld symbols and shop tickets
- Must pass a flux-core weld certification test prior to hire
Preferred
- AWS D1.1 certification
- Experience in an AISC-certified fabrication shop
- OSHA 10 certification
Schedule & Compensation
- Shift: Monday – Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:00PM
- Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experience
- Benefits: Health Care| Paid time off | 401(k) with company match
- Overtime: Overtime as needed.
How to Apply
Submit your resume on Indeed or apply in person at 501 N. Truman Blvd. Crystal City, MO 63019 Weld test required — bring your hood.
Speedway Steel is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $37,440.00 - $49,920.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- FCAW: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37,440 - $49,920