What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Metal Fabricator position at Paragon Metal Fabrication?
JOB DESCRIPTION – Architectural Metal Fabricator
Job Overview
An Architectural Metal Fabricator is responsible for creating, assembling, and installing metal structures and components used in architectural projects. This role requires experience working with materials, such as steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and bronze to produce items like railings, staircases, facades, and decorative elements.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and Interpret Blueprints: Understand engineering blueprints and technical drawings to comprehend project specifications.
- Measure and Cut Materials: Accurately measure and cut metal materials using hand tools, power tools, or machinery. Assist with as-built site measurements documentation and archiving.
- Shape and Form Metals: Bend, shape, and form metal components using hand or hydraulic tools. Cold and hot worked processes.
- Welding and Soldering: Weld or solder metal components together using various techniques to create the desired structures. Primarily MIG & TIG processes. Free table fitting and fixture table setup experience preferred. Experience welding and fitting on-site required.
- Installation: Install metal components according to blueprint specifications, ensuring proper fit and alignment. Maintain a safe and clean remote work-site. Communicate effectively and professionally with site superintendents, clientele, and other trades. Driving to jobsites, and procurement is a shared responsibility amongst the team, having a valid driver’s license is required. Must be able to qualify for coverage through our auto insurer.
- Quality Control: Inspect finished products for quality and compliance with safety standards. Call-out and rectify discrepancies before installing or delivering product.
- Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure safe and optimal functionality. Contribute to maintaining a clean, organized shop and personal workspace.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other team members and professionals involved in the project to ensure timely and high-quality completion. Attention to detail, and the ability to take direction is critical.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training in metal fabrication or welding is required.
- Experience: Minimum 4 years as an architectural/ornamental fabricator required.
- Skills: Strong attention to detail, good hand-eye coordination, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to work in physically demanding environments and perform tasks that require strength and dexterity
Paragon: A model of excellence or perfection. At Paragon Metal Fabrication, we are a compassionate team dedicated to excellence and perfection. Our positive, collaborative, and innovative culture ensures we deliver outstanding products and exceptional service for the best customer experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $45