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Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector
Location: Richmond, VA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday; Saturday overtime available Pay Rate: Starting at $31.00/hour, higher depending on experience
Job Overview
We are hiring a Quality Control Inspector to verify the accuracy and quality of fabricated structural steel in an AISC-certified facility. Experienced structural steel fitters or fabricators with strong inspection and layout skills may also be considered.
Responsibilities
- Inspect fabricated structural steel during production and upon completion.
- Identify and document nonconformances according to AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.
- Verify materials, dimensions, and part placement against shop drawings and specifications.
- Perform dimensional layout, in-process inspections, and final quality checks.
- Assist with annual AISC quality control audits.
- Work with production teams to investigate and correct quality issues.
- Support quality improvement efforts and maintain fabrication standards.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, layout, or inspection.
- Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and construction plans.
- Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication processes and quality standards.
- Familiarity with nonconformance documentation and dimensional inspection.
- AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 welding certification preferred.
- Senior-level structural steel fitters or fabricators with relevant experience may be considered.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 1st Shift
- Saturday overtime available



