Commercial Fabricator
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$18–$25 per hour
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SENIORITY
Junior
SALARY
$18–$25 per hour
About the role
Job Description:
Southwest Glass, a residential, multifamily, and commercial glass company, is seeking a skilled and dependable Commercial Aluminum Fabricator to join our team! The ideal candidate will have experience fabricating commercial aluminum frames, storefronts, doors, and curtain wall systems, along with a strong attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to workplace safety. If you enjoy hands-on work and want to be part of a team delivering quality commercial glass and aluminum projects, we encourage you to apply!
Key Responsibilities:
- Material Preparation: Read and interpret shop drawings, cut lists, and fabrication sheets. Measure, cut, drill, notch, and machine aluminum extrusions or steel components
- Assembly: Assemble framing, doors, window walls, and curtain wall components using manual and CNC machinery
- Hardware & Glazing Installation: Install commercial door hardware (hinges, locks, closures, panic bars) and fit glass panels into doors and frames when required
Quality Control: Inspect finished assemblies for proper dimensions, squareness, surface finish, and operational functionality.
Inventory & Shop Maintenance: Receive, stage, and load raw materials or finished packages; maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace adhering to safety protocols.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Knowledge: Ability to read blueprints, architectural drawings, and use dimensional measuring tools like tape measures and calipers. Preferably 2–3 years of experience fabricating commercial aluminum frames, doors, and curtain wall systems.
Equipment Operation: Experience operating commercial shop equipment such as double-mitre saws, punch presses, drills, and CNC machining centers
Industry Experience: Familiarity with commercial architectural aluminum storefront systems (e.g., Kawneer, Tubelite, or YKK AP product lines).
Software:
Experience with ERP systems or Microsoft Office (Excel) is often required. Communication: Ability to read, write, and understand English for production labels and safety instructions.
Physical Demands
Work Environment:
The position requires working in a temperature-controlled production facility where heavy machinery is operated. Employees may be periodically exposed to elevated noise levels during normal production activities. Willingness to work occasional Saturdays when needed.
Endurance: Standing for 8 to 10+ hours per shift.
Mobility: Regular bending, twisting, squatting, climbing, pushing, pulling, and lifting materials up to 75 lbs. unassisted.
Starting Pay: $18–$25 per hour, depending on experience
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