Structural Steel Welder & General Laborer **Design Build Structures** 1 Positions ID: 59200 Posted On 01/01/2025 **Job Overview** Skills + **Mathematical** : to be effective welders need good math skills to calculate dimensions, read blueprints, and understand diagrams. + **Attention to Detail** : completed work must be accurate and precise. Welders must be able to read and interpret blueprints and other design documents to ensure they understand the intended design and can accurately represent the work. They also use this attention to detail to ensure they follow all safety regulations and industry standards. + **Communication** : communicate with supervisors and other welders to understand the purpose and requirements of the project. + **Ability to Learn:** welding technology is always changing. Welders shall be willing to learn new things and to continue to train and learn through their trade. Duties & Responsibilities + Ability to pass a GMAW structural weld test. + Understand and follow company welding procedure specifications related to MIG welding. + Execute welds that meet industry standards, examine pieces for discontinuities, and measure pieces with proper equipment to ensure conformance with specifications. + Adaptable to unique projects like railing and stairs. + Assist others in specialized welding work like grinding and tacking. + Proficient in reading blueprints, data sheets, spec sheets, and other industry material. + Operate several types of automated and semi-automated machines that are used to produce parts and components. + Conduct in process inspections of parts and components. + Load and unload material and set up machines for production operations. + Monitor the feed and speed of automated and semi-automated machines. + Monitor machine performance and take preventative action as needed. + Maintain tools, equipment, and workstation to company standards to ensure a safe and operational work environment. + Ability to safely operate heavy fabrication equipment and tools. + Work independently or with a small team. + Perform other general duties as assigned. + Comply and maintain required company standards of quality and safety. Qualifications + Related industry experience is particularly helpful. + High school diploma or equivalent. + Valid driver’s license. + Ability to lift 50 or more pounds. + Pre-employment drug screen and audiometry test required. Primary Contact 1650916029086 Olivia Breitbach Office Manager, 563-584-9002 Phone Phone Phone Fax olivia@structures-steel.com Email True True True **Job Details** Categories Construction/Skilled Trades Location Peosta, IA Shift First Shift Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Plan PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid Holidays **Qualifications** Education High School/GED Experience 1-2 Years Company ID 12348 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250101 End Date 20250430 Featured Job TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Structural Engineer (Civil) Sedona Staffing Services GREENHOUSE STRUCTURAL ENGINEER Engineering Services and Products Company Career Pathway Certificate: Building Construction Northeast Iowa Community College Construction Laborer Tschiggfrie Excavating **Share this Job** Design Build Structures **About the Company** Located in Peosta Iowa, Design Build Structures (DBS) specializes in structural and ornamental steel fabrication. Our company was founded in 2002 and offers more than fifty years of steel fabrication experience. We are a single-source fabrication company, and our complete in-house capabilities allow for fast response, flexibility, and coordination in all phases of a project. We have been involved in the construction of a variety of recognized projects throughout the Midwest, specifically in Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. We are an AISC certified fabricator which further exemplifies our dedication to quality in all areas of our business. You will find DBS to be the most experienced, responsive, innovative, and customer focused fabricator in the area.