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Structural Welder - Ironworker

Steelcon Inc
Vandalia, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2027

At SteelCon Inc., we don't just fabricate steel; we build the backbone of America's progress. Our mission is to deliver cuttingedge structural solutions with unmatched reliability.

We live by our core values: Excellence, Responsibility, Innovation, and Teamwork. These values shape our culture, guide our decisions, and create an environment where employees thrive. Now, we're hiring hard-working, like-minded people to join our Vandalia, MO team as full-time Structural Welders - Ironworkers!

The pay for this position is based on experience. We also offer generous benefits, such as:

  • PTO
  • Health insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k)
  • Company parties

If this sounds like the right position for you, keep reading!

SCHEDULE:

Our Structural Welders - Ironworkers work from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Some weekends may be required. Overtime is also available.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

Required Abilities

  • Maintain American Welding Society certification on a 1-inch plate in flat position using the gas metal arc welding and flux-cored arc welding processes
  • Adequately operate a cutting torch
  • Adjust the welder to ensure proper feed rate and temperature
  • Properly operate forklifts, jib hoists, and overhead cranes
  • Learn and use hand signals for crane operation
  • Read, understand, and follow cutting lists, shop orders, and shop drawings
  • Perform general math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, etc.)
  • Read, write, and follow semi-complicated verbal and written instructions
  • Communicate with managers and co-workers
  • Set priorities, meet goals, and work under periodic supervision
  • Use a tape measure/ruler
  • Follow safety policies and take accountability for your work
  • Multitask

You must also be able to pass these skills-based tests:

  • Fillet weld break test using the gas metal arc welding process
  • Basic welding test that covers shop drawing interpretation, weld symbols, welding processes, weld process symbol interpretation/application, and a visual acuity test
  • Fitting test that covers shop drawing interpretation, fractional number calculations, basic geometry, etc.

WHAT YOUR DAY AS OUR STRUCTURAL WELDER - IRONWORKER IS LIKE:

  • Working with minimal supervision to support accurate, safe, compliant, and high-quality projects
  • Accurately following blueprints and verbal/written instructions
  • Properly operating machinery like presses, plate rolls, and press brakes
  • Accurately planning, laying out, and fitting metal components while maintaining alignment tolerances
  • Aligning metal parts using jacks, turnbuckles, clips, wedges, and mauls
  • Marking reference lines, including center, buttock, and frame lines
  • Setting, fitting, and erecting assemblies and modules within alignment tolerances
  • Installing structural foundations, doors, hatches, brackets, clips, and more
  • Tack welding panels and assemblies as needed
  • Safely rolling, bending, and shaping plates, beams, and other metal parts
  • Performing fitter duties and other responsibilities as assigned

WE CAN'T WAIT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

When you join SteelCon, you join a company committed to your longterm success through advancement opportunities, career development, and a workplace where your contributions truly matter. If you're ready to join our driven team and make a meaningful difference as our Structural Welder - Ironworker, fill out our initial application today!

Salary : $52,703 - $71,065

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