Metal Fabricator Resume Example and Template

Metal fabricator resumes succeed by showcasing welding certifications, project types completed, and team coordination ability. Include structural steel, custom metalwork, architectural projects, or specialized welding processes.

Employers look for welding certifications, ability to read complex blueprints, proficiency in multiple welding processes, and evidence of large project delivery.

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Metal Fabricator Lead, Welding Apprentice

Jessica Brown: Metal Fabricator

Gary, Indiana, United States

Summary

5 years structural steel and custom metal fabrication. Completed 40+ commercial construction projects. Proficient in TIG, MIG, and stick welding. Managed team of 4 fabricators. Skilled in cutting, fitting, and assembly for large builds.

Work Experience

Metal Fabricator Lead, Midwest Steel Fabricators

Apr 2021 – Present. 95-person structural steel and custom welding shop

• Supervised 4 fabricators on 8 concurrent commercial steel projects.
• Performed TIG welding on stainless steel achieving AWS D1.1 certification.
• Coordinated material handling and cutting for 12 large structural assemblies.
• Trained 2 new hires on safe cutting and MIG welding processes.

Metal Fabricator, Industrial Welding Solutions

Aug 2018 – Mar 2021. 60-person welding and fabrication company

• Fabricated and welded structural steel for 35 commercial construction projects.
• Operated plasma cutter and shear reducing material waste 14%.
• Performed layout work and fit-up for large assemblies meeting tight tolerances.
• Rigged and coordinated delivery of 8-ton assemblies to job sites.

Welding Apprentice, Gary Regional Technical Academy

Jun 2016 – Jul 2018. Local vocational training program

• Completed 2,000 hours welding apprenticeship across multiple processes.
• Earned AWS D1.1 SMAW certification for structural steel.
• Practiced cutting, fitting, and assembly on training projects.
• Learned blueprint reading and measurement using calipers and rulers.

Education

Gary Technical Institute

Apprenticeship Certificate, Welding and Fabrication. Jun 2016 – Jul 2018

Skills

TIG welding, MIG welding, SMAW welding, Plasma cutting, Shear operation, Layout and fit-up, Blueprint reading, Rigging, Material handling, Team supervision

Languages

English

Certificates and Awards

• AWS D1.1 SMAW Certification, American Welding Society, 2017
• AWS D1.1 TIG Certification, American Welding Society, 2020

Why this look works

Metal fabrication combines art and engineering; a strong, no-nonsense design reflects the solid craftsmanship and structural integrity fabricators pride themselves on.

Resume tips for this job

• List AWS or ASME welding certifications by code section: AWS D1.1 for structural, D1.8 for sheet metal.
• Mention project types: commercial buildings, industrial equipment, architectural features.
• Show team size: 'supervised 4 fabricators' or 'worked independently on team of 6'.
• Include multiple welding processes: TIG, MIG, SMAW signals versatility.

Common questions

Are multiple AWS certifications required?

Not all at once. Most fabricators start with SMAW and gain additional certifications over time. Employers value demonstrated welding ability; certificates prove it. Plan to earn 2 to 3 in your first 3 years.

How do I show project impact if I was one of many welders?

Describe your specific contributions: 'welded beams 12 through 16', 'achieved AWS quality standards on all welds', 'trained new team member on TIG process'.

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