El Paso, Illinois, United States On-site Employment USD 52,000 - 76,960 Hourly

Nucor is hiring a Structural Fitter / Welder / Fabricator

About the Role

Nucor is looking for a Structural Fitter / Welder / Fabricator to join our team in El Paso, IL. In this role, you will be responsible for performing fit-up, tacking, and welding operations on structural assemblies. Safety is our highest priority, and you will be a key part of a supportive culture that values family and building a stronger future.

What You'll Do

  • Perform various fit up, tacking, and welding operations on a variety of structural assemblies.
  • Weld and follow all weld standards and procedures.
  • Add stiffeners, brackets, and face plates using prints for location prior to finish welding.
  • Use clamps, jigs, tape, square, arc air gouger, cutting torch, and plasma as required to prevent warping and misalignment.
  • Operate overhead cranes.
  • Maintain required records and documentation.
  • Inspect, detect, and report improper operation, faulty equipment, or defective materials.
  • Maintain your work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain quality standards.
  • Perform other related duties as requested.
  • Commit to helping where needed and be a valued team member.

What We're Looking For

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must pass AWS welding and Canadian certification.
  • Ability to read a tape measure, square, and blueprints.
  • Ability to work 10 - 12 hour shifts.

Nice to Have

  • Can read and understand weld symbols.
  • Can use an arc gouger.
  • Previous crane certification.
  • Previous experience in material handling.
  • Welding background with operational understanding of standard welding practices and procedures.
  • Trained and confident in overhead crane use.
  • Minimum 1 year of fabrication experience in a manufacturing environment.

Technical Stack

  • Clamps, jigs, tape, square
  • Arc air gouger, cutting torch, plasma
  • Overhead cranes

Benefits & Compensation

  • Compensation: $25-$37/hour
  • Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Percentage (5 year average) = 20% of eligible earnings
  • Job Security
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Bonus Programs
  • No Layoff Practice
  • Pay for Performance

Work Mode

This is an onsite position based in El Paso, IL, United States.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug-free workplace.

Required Skills
clampsjigstape measuresquarearc air gougercutting torchplasmaoverhead cranesweldingfabricationblueprint reading
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Nucor

North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, known for innovative sustainability practices and is the continent's largest recycler.

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Job Details
Department Skilled Trades - Manufacturing and Industrial
Category other
Posted 14 days ago