Metal Fabricator

Architectural Elements is a team of artisans that design, fabricate, and install specialized architectural & landscape related projects. Working with all metals, wood, glass, & plastics, we can custom-fabricate any manner of decorative elements and architectural details– from intricate light fixtures to multi-story staircases.

We are now hiring full-time

Metal Fabricators

We need a craftsperson that is capable & confident with all metal fabrication processes.  You will work with many different materials including all metalswoodglass, & plastics.  You will build feature staircases, art installations, outdoor furnishings, kinetic pieces & gizmos, signage, steel windows & doors, and much more to be installed in Seattle’s premier businesses such as Microsoft, Facebook/Oculus VR, Amazon, Vulcan, and Google. We are looking for more than a bench-welder.  In fact, welding is only 10% of the work performed by our Fabricators.

We offer a highly competitive wage (DOE) with 6 paid holidays paid time offMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance is also available, along with a company 401(k) plan.

Typical hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00am to 5:00pm.

Job Summary:

Leveraging their knowledge of all fabrication processes & CNC machining, Fabricators work with many different materials to accurately produce & install quality products in strict conformity to prescribed drawings/plans, production schedules, & safety regulations.

Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 2 years experience in metal fabrication. The interview process may include a fabrication test.

Key Position Roles:

  • Fabrication of AE products from raw material to finished product
  • Read, interpret, & fabricate from prescribed professional shop drawings
  • Confidence with a variety of metal welding & grinding/sanding techniques working to a very high degree of accuracy & finish
  • Confidence with common metal shop tools & equipment (torches, grinders, drills, taps, saws, fixtures, measuring, TIG/MIG welding, etc.)
  • Collaboration with peers & other departments to maximize productivity & efficiency
  • Use of common sense & basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, fraction/decimal conversion)
  • Follow all company rules, policies, safety regulations, OSHA, & quality standards
  • Lift raw materials & final products manually or by using a hoist/rigging
  • Provide a great level of attention to detail & focus on the given task
  • Keep work area clean & organized

Qualifications:

  • Apprentice Welding Certification or equivalent combination of education & work experience
  • 2+ years of professional experience in metal fabrication
  • Experience fabricating guard & handrails a plus
  • Capable & confident with all metal fabrication processes (e.g. welding, cutting, forming, machining, assembling, and finishes)
  • Ability to read, understand, & fabricate from shop plans/drawings
  • Knowledge of manufacturing & general shop processes
  • Excellent time management, organization, & independent judgement skills
  • Ability to lift 45lbs and push/pull 150lbs and stand for the majority of your shift
  • Must be able to effectively read and speak the English language

Our Fabricators are expected to provide their own welding tools. All major machines & equipment will be provided by Architectural Elements.

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