Structural Steel Saw Operator

@ Manpower

Structural Steel Saw Operator

Fort Collins, CO

Posted 2 days ago

About the job

Join our fabrication team as a Structural Steel Saw Operator in Fort Collins. Cut and prepare steel materials accurately to support construction and fabrication projects. Use saw equipment, read blueprints, and follow safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

2+ years steel saw operation
Interpret blueprints and drawings
Knowledge of steel types and measurements
Basic math skills
Efficient in fast-paced environment

Qualifications

Experience with fabrication equipment
Blueprint reading ability
Steel material knowledge
Math skills
Forklift certification preferred

Full job description

Structural Steel Saw Operator
Location: [Fort Collins, CO]
Schedule: Monday – Thursday 2:30 pm – 1:00 am
Pay: $20 - $24/hour based on experience + shift differential
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Structural Steel Saw Operator to join our fabrication team. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately cutting structural steel materials—including beams, pipe, tube, channel, angle, and plate—according to specifications. You’ll play a key part in ensuring precise cuts and proper material preparation to support fabrication, construction, and installation operations.

Key Responsibilities

Operate horizontal and vertical band saws to cut structural steel per shop drawings and work orders
Measure, mark, and verify material dimensions using tape measures, squares, and layout tools
Interpret shop drawings, cut lists, and fabrication details
Set up and adjust saw equipment, including blade speed and feed rate, based on material type
Inspect materials before and after cutting to ensure quality and compliance with specifications
Select appropriate blades and perform blade changes as needed
Deburr and finish cut materials as required
Safely operate forklifts, cranes, or other material handling equipment (if certified)
Maintain organized material staging and support inventory control
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment
Follow all OSHA regulations and company safety standards

Qualifications

2+ years of experience operating structural steel saws or similar fabrication equipment
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and cut lists
Strong understanding of structural steel materials, including W-beam, HSS, pipe, channel, and angle
Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and measurement conversions
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced fabrication environment
Forklift certification preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
Ability to stand for extended periods
Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching
Comfortable working in an industrial/shop environment

Work Environment

Indoor fabrication shop setting
Exposure to noise, dust, and moving equipment
Required use of PPE (steel-toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves)

Preferred (Not Required)

Experience in oil & gas, industrial construction, or commercial steel fabrication
Familiarity with CNC saw systems

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