Structural Steel Installer

About Us

We specialize in a diverse, unique, and engaging mix of commercial and residential structural steel installations across the Greater Vancouver, BC area. From heavy-duty structural frames to intricate custom features, our projects offer variety and rewarding challenges for professionals who take pride in their craft. We provide a collaborative, safety-first environment where your skills are respected and your hard work pays off.

Job Description

We are seeking an energetic, driven, and reliable Structural Steel Installer to join our field crew. In this role, you will be hands-on in the outdoors, executing the safe assembly and erection of vital structural components. You will work closely with crane operators, layout crews, and fabricators to transform architectural blueprints into reality.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and erect structural steel components, including columns, beams, girders, and trusses, utilizing cranes and rigging equipment.

• Assemble, fit, and install steel stairways, handrails, platforms, and other miscellaneous structural/architectural items.

• Perform field welding and modifications as needed to ensure perfect fitment and structural integrity.

• Signal crane operators and guide steel components into place safely and precisely.

• Read and interpret structural fabrication blueprints, shop drawings, and erection plans.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work site, adhering strictly to all WorkSafeBC and site-specific safety regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Proven hands-on experience in structural steel installation and erection within the construction industry.

• Welding Skills: Proficient in welding, with a strong preference for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW / Stick). CWB (Canadian Welding Bureau) certification or other equivalent welding credentials are a REAL asset.

• Blueprint Reading: Demonstrated ability to read and accurately interpret structural steel blueprints, drawings, and schematics.

• Physical Capability: Ability to handle physical labor, including heavy lifting of at least 50 to 60 lbs (23 to 27 kg) on a regular basis.

• Work Environment: Comfortable and willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions characteristic of the Pacific Northwest.

• Key Traits: Outgoing, energetic personality with a strong team-oriented work ethic and excellent situational awareness regarding site safety.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay matching your experience level and welding certifications.

• Fully funded benefit plan

• Steady, diverse project pipeline spanning custom residential builds and major commercial developments.

• A dynamic, supportive work environment where safety and quality are always top priorities.

Company DescriptionMountain Steel Fabrications has been in business for more than a decade. We are a fully CWB certified company and we are conveniently located in Abbotsford BC. We operate mostly in the Vancouver Lower-Mainland. Our operation is professional, yet we have a "loose culture" that allows for expansion and personal growth.Company DescriptionMountain Steel Fabrications has been in business for more than a decade. We are a fully CWB certified company and we are conveniently located in Abbotsford BC. We operate mostly in the Vancouver Lower-Mainland. Our operation is professional, yet we have a "loose culture" that allows for expansion and personal growth.