Steel Fabrication Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Painter/Loader to join our team at Shepard Steel, a leading structural steel and miscellaneous metals fabrication company in Connecticut.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in painting and loading, with the ability to work well under supervision and as part of a team.

• Paint and load structural steel and miscellaneous metal components, including columns, beams, channels, and plate.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to transport materials to and from the paint bay and transportation vehicles.
• Set up and climb ladders and stairs to work on flatbed trailers.
• Mark or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Physically capable of lifting/pushing/pulling 70 pounds unassisted.
• Physically capable of bending/twisting as well as standing for long periods of time.
• Able to work well with minimal supervision as well as with other co-workers.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and has a positive attitude.

• Competitive salary based on skill set.
• Health insurance, including annual vision exam.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match/profit sharing.
• 1st shift, Monday-Friday, with additional overtime as required.
• Full-time position with vacation/holidays/earned days/birthdays.

Shepard Steel is a structural steel and miscellaneous metals fabrication company with over 65 years of experience serving the Connecticut construction landscape. We fabricate approximately 12,000 tons of steel annually and have invested heavily in state-of-the-art fabrication equipment.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.