Steel Fabricator – Shop Welder

Walkersville, MD | Full-Time | $20–$28/hr (Top pay for candidates who can fabricate independently from prints.)

Are you a skilled fabricator who takes pride in precision and craftsmanship? Join a stable, fast-paced team where you'll build stairs, rails, and structural components for commercial projects. Miscellaneous Metals in Frederick, MD, is a busy company seeking a self-motivated, reliable fabricator who takes pride in clean welds, accurate layouts, and getting the job done right.

Sound like the right fit? Read on and apply today!

What you will do:

• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and welding symbols to guide fabrication work
• Lay out, measure, and fabricate steel components according to exact specifications
• Perform MIG welding as the primary method; use TIG or Stick welding as needed for specific tasks
• Operate shop equipment (overhead crane)
• Inspect welds and finished components to ensure they meet quality standards and durability requirements
• Identify potential hazards and apply appropriate protections to materials and the work area before welding or grinding
• Show up on time and ready to work

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in steel or metal fabrication
• Proficient in MIG welding
• Ability to read and understand shop drawings and specifications
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Stand and walk for long periods (up to 8 hours/day)
• Reliable attendance
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mig welding certification required

Working Conditions

• Indoor shop environment with fabrication work in progress throughout the day
• Exposure to noise, paint fumes, sparks, and moving equipment
• Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass a criminal background check
• Must pass a drug screening

What we offer:

• Paid Time Off and eight holidays
• 100% employer-paid medical
• 100% employer-paid life, short- and long-term disability, and AD&D insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• A casual and fun work environment and much more!