Structural Fabricator - 1st & 3rd Shifts

Date: Sep 25, 2025

Location: El Paso, IL, US, 61738

Company: Nucor

Job Details

Division: American Buildings Company - IL

Location: El Paso, IL, United States  

Other Available Locations: N/A

 

Teammates in this position have averaged $85,000 annually.

Bonus Type: This position is eligible for weekly and annual bonuses.

All Nucor teammates qualify for profit sharing.

Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Percentage (5 year average) = 20% of eligible earnings

Compensation for this position has been averaging $25-$37/hour on our bonus structure. 

Basic Job Functions:

American Buildings -Illinois located in El Paso, IL is seeking qualified applicants for the position of a Structural Fabricator.

Basic functions of the position include, but not limited to:

    • 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, face plates, etc. using prints for location prior to finish welding.
    • Use clamps, jigs, tape, square, arc air gouger, cutting torch and plasma as required using procedures, best practices and good judgment to prevent warping and misalignment of component parts.
    • Operate overhead cranes.
    • Maintain required records and documentation. 
    • Inspect, detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to proper leadership.
    • Maintain 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.
    • Have a commitment to where help is needed and have a desire to be a valued department, division and Nucor teammate.

 

  • Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must pass AWS welding and Canadian certification.
  • Ability to read tape measure, square, and blueprint readings.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Can read and understand weld symbols 
  • Can use an arc gouger 
  • Previous crane certification 
  • Previous experience in material handling  
  • Minimum of 1 year prior experience in similar position.
  • Welding back ground; operational understanding and knowledge of standard welding practices and procedures.
  • Trained and confident in overhead crane use.

 

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


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