Careers
Steel Fab Enterprises is a family-owned and operated business in Lancaster, PA. For three generations, we have provided all kinds of steel fabrication projects from structural steel to decorative railings. We hire hardworking, committed individuals to work in our state-of-the-art facility. Our company is committed to quality, safety and total customer satisfaction.
We are confident that you will find our company a rewarding place to work. We consider the employees of Steel Fab Enterprises to be one of its most valuable resources. Join our Structural Steel fabrication plant, miscellaneous metals plant, erection department, or shipping and tracking.

Employee Benefits
We offer our employees exceptional wages to ensure your pay reflects your current abilities and contribution to our company. In addition, we offer:
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Group Life Insurance
• 401 (k) with Employer Match
• Incentive Program
Current Job Openings
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – FACILITIES
SHIFT
- Full-time
- Non-Exempt
- Location: Lancaster
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform maintenance on all plant tools, equipment, building, etc. (wiring, motor control, hydraulics and pneumatics and correct
any equipment performance issues) - Preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and inspection on all CNC machines
- Repairing/ replacing parts on (overhead cranes, CNC machines, automatic welding guns, etc.)
- Following specific preventative maintenance schedules
- Installing and setting up new equipment
- Checking all pertinent machine components and replacing worn items
- Calibrate, maintain and clean welding machines on a quarterly basis per AISC guidelines
- Conduct weekly air quality testing and inspection of paint areas
- Conduct weekly maintenance and inspections of on-site Hazardous Waste materials
- Conducts daily water testing per DEP guidelines.
- Maintain salt and chlorine tanks
- Responsible for receiving all materials
- Orders gas through Scully Welding
- Any maintenance items assigned
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of PLC’s
- Experience with welding machinery and equipment related to industrial fabrication
- Knowledgeable with equipment functions from proper operations, computer programming, tools, and set-up
- Able to troubleshoot electrical problems with different types of CNC machines and repair/ replace CNC machine parts
- Working knowledge of OSHA standards
- Ability to read electrical schematics
- Ability to maneuver a job site, including small spaces in around our equipment
- Multi-craft maintenance technician preferred.
- High level of knowledge with electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic components
- High level of knowledge with preventive maintenance on a variety of machines, overhead cranes, welding machines
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience with industrial machinery
- 4 year College degree or Technical school preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and
local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. - Ability to sit, stand and walk.
- Ability to effectively obtain and retain information
- Ability to multi-task to above average degree.
- Ability to effectively communicate information
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
IRONWORKER
Responsible for laying out and fabricating structural steel and sheet metal in order to build metal structures. Welds and cuts
steel, interprets blueprints, and works with concrete reinforcing steel bars. Ability to work out of town.
SHIFT
- Full-time
- Non-Exempt
- Location: Lancaster
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges, and other
structures. - Cut, position, and bolt down steel bars to reinforce concrete.
- Repair older infrastructure.
- Make, weld, and cut structural metal in fabricating shops.
- Erect steel frames.
- Direct operation of cranes to move structural steel, reinforcing bars, and other materials onto and around the construction
site. - Connect steel columns, beams, and girders.
- Drill holes into steel for bolts.
- Number steel according to assembly instructions.
- Unload and stack steel.
- Attach cables to steel and then to the crane.
- Hoist steel into place in the framework.
- Position steel with connecting bars and spud wrenches.
- Work with drift pins to align the holes in the steel with the framework holes.
- Use plumb bobs, levels, and laser equipment to check alignment.
- Bolt or weld piece into place.
- Set reinforcing bars into forms to hold concrete.
- Fasten bars together with wire.
- Place spacers under rebar to lift bars off deck.
- Cut bars with metal shears and torches.
- Reinforce concrete with welded wire fabric.
- Substitute cables for rebar.
- Tighten cables with jacking equipment.
- Install stairs, handrails, or curtain walls.
- Make sure all pieces are fitted properly and complete repairs as necessary. Follows all company policies and procedures
according to company handbook. Conducts self at all times in a professional, ethical, and courteous manner as a
representative of Steel Fab Enterprises, LLC.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
- Physical – While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands and fingers to
handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee is frequently required to walk, stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or
move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception and ability to adjust focus. - Mental – Ability to focus on an intense level. Ability to multi-task. Ability to efficiently obtain and retain detailed information.
- Mathematical – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions,
and decimals. - Language – Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure
manuals and blueprints. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with customer or
employees. - Spatial – Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instruction furnished in written, oral, diagram, or
schedule form.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne
particles; outside weather conditions and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Ability to work out of town.
MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE
- Safe work procedures and high safety standards are followed at all times.
- Projects are completed on time, within budget and profitable.
- Quality standards are met for all work and materials.
- Positive employee and customer relations are maintained.
FITTER/WELDER
Perform a variety of duties in the shop to produce finished work and to assist as needed to ensure work is completed per schedule,
quality and safety requirements.
SHIFT
- Full-time
- Non-Exempt
- Location: Lancaster
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - Three to five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and comprehend basic drawings, instructions, safety procedures, and memos. Ability to communicate with
other employees of the organization. - Basic shop math. Able to read tape measure.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where some standardization
exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions. - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk, reach with hands and arms;
climb to heights as necessary, balance; and enter and move about facilities, stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk or hear. The
employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Employees must request assistance and use appropriate
equipment when necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral
vision.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state
and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. - Ability to sit, stand and walk.
- Ability to use hands, fingers, handle, feel, talk and hear; enter/exit vehicle, enter and move about job sites.
- Ability to climb as necessary to inspect shop and job site conditions and equipment.
- Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 80 lbs.
- Ability to see and use close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision.
- Ability to talk, listen and speak clearly.
MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE
- Safe work procedures and high safety standards are followed at all times.
- Projects are completed on time, within budget and profitable.
- Quality standards are met for all work and materials.
- Positive employee and customer relations are maintained.
Boom Truck/Crane Operator
Perform a variety of duties in the shop to assist and support the production of finished work and to
assist as needed to ensure work is completed per schedule, quality, and safety requirements.
SHIFT
- Full-time
- Non-Exempt
- Location: Lancaster
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- Three to five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have current NCCCO and Class A CDL drivers license to travel to various locations and job sites. Tow Motor Certification.
- Ability to read and comprehend basic drawings, instructions, safety procedures, and memos.
Ability to communicate with other employees of the organization. - Basic shop math. Able to read tape measure.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where
some standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral,
diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and
walk. reach with hands and arms; climb to heights as necessary, balance; enter and exit vehicle,
and enter and move about job sites and facilities, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Employees must request
assistance and use appropriate equipment when necessary. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving equipment,
electricity, fumes, dust, hot and cold inside and outside weather conditions, and moves about job
sites and facilities. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud at times.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive truck from location to location, and position as required on job sites.
- Read maps and follow DOT route directions.
- Operate company vehicles/equipment in a safe and courteous manner and properly park
and secure vehicle at all times. - Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Perform necessary inspection of equipment and fill out inspection forms. Detect faulty
operation of equipment and/or defective materials and notify supervisors. - Operate vehicle and equipment safely and use safe work habits.
- Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities to prevent overload.
Ensure proper rigging of whatever is being lifted. - The crane operator should prepare the lift plans in coordination with the PM and GC
- Operate crane for lifting, moving, and placing loads. Follow safety procedures to ensure
crane is operated in a safe manner. - Inspect cables and slings for wear and install or replace cables as needed.
- Clean, lubricate, and maintain mechanisms such as cables, pulleys, and slings, making
repairs as necessary. - Inspect and adjust crane mechanisms and lifting accessories to prevent malfunctions and
damage. - Place blocking and cribbing. Ensure no underground conduits, water pipes or cables to
prevent damage. - Load and unload tools and materials from truck.
- Review daily work schedules to determine sequences, and special loading instructions.
- Participate in all company training.
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety rules. Always conducts self in a
professional, ethical and courteous manner as a representative of Steel Fab.
STRUCTURAL STEEL/MISCELLANEOUS IRON ESTIMATOR
The Estimator position performs complete Structural Steel and Miscellaneous Metals estimates for construction projects.
Assignments will include quantity take-off, material and labor pricing, bid solicitation and compiling cost history. The Estimator
will prepare detailed proposals, make all necessary copies of plans and create files for completed bids.
SHIFT
- Full-time
- Exempt
- Location: Lancaster
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- Five (5) Years’ Experience Required
- Strong Structural Steel background as it applies to industrial, commercial construction
- Strong understanding of all Structural Steel and Miscellaneous Metals components as it applies to shop fabrication & site
erection - Excel, Word and Bluebeam experience required. Understanding of the FabSuite estimating software a plus
- Ability to interpret Structural & Architectural drawings for the purpose of estimating, pricing and submitting a quote to General
Contractors. Ability to interpret shop drawings - Understanding of Structural Steel design, fabrication & installation including: Anchor bolts, Embeds, Bollards, Columns,
Beams, Braces, O.W.S Joists, Steel Decking, Steel stairs, Railings, Guard rails, RTU frames, Ladders, Gate enclosures &
other miscellaneous metals as required by job - A General understanding of the AWS D1.1 welding code and AISC Standards
- Ability to work independently while being precise and accurate
- Good problem solving skills and the ability to pay attention to detail
- Recognize and deal with priorities. A willingness to work extra hours as required to have accurate estimates out on time
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare bid packages for structural and miscellaneous steel projects
- Prepare conceptual estimates for structural steel design build/design assist projects
- Review specifications and scopes. Prepare estimates in an accurate, timely and detailed manner thru all states of the
projects - Prepare accurate proposals in compliance with the bid documents
- Attend pre-bid and scope review meetings with General Contractors/Construction Managers
- Perform post bid follow up and negotiations
- Review and price RFI’s
- When project is sold, follow company job start-up procedures so projects are turned over to project management in a timely
and efficient manner - Co-ordinate and build relationships with general contractors, erectors, detailers, suppliers, our shop, etc.
WHAT WE OFFER
- 401K
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
Project Manager
The Project Manager plans, directs, and coordinates activities of designated projects to ensure that goals or objectives of a project are accomplished within prescribed time frame, to gross profit goals and to customer satisfaction.
SHIFT
- Full-time
- Exempt
- Location: Lancaster
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- Ensure that every project exceeds company gross profit expectations by weekly monitoring
- Keep customers satisfied and exceed their expectations
- Complete proficient project hand-off meetings per SFE standards
- Document, maintain and recover costs expended by extra work and changed work within 60 days of the next billing period
- Informs operations manager about problems and potential problems as early as possible
- Offers solutions for problems that arise
- Demonstrates time management skills to make the best use of time
- Detail oriented
- Excellent organizational skills
- Maintains cooperative working relationship with supervisor and other team members
- Consistent communication skills
- Ability to perform all duties in an independent manner with little or no supervision
- Assertive mannerisms and good negotiating skills
- Seeks guidance and direction as necessary in all phases of the work
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- On new projects, review the subcontract, contract drawings, specifications, addendums, bulletins, sales proposal and scope of work prior to start up meeting
- Buyout detail drawings
- Conducts project start-up meeting with CEO, President, Operations Manager, Accounting Manager/ and the Shop and Field Superintendents
- Contacts customers at start of job to discuss their schedule
- Follows up with detailers weekly to keep projects on schedule
- Works with senior project manager to provide project specific schedules, detailed with every line item of our work scope, with appropriate dates obtained from customer. Adjust weekly or additionally if required
- Reviews drawings before submittals are provided, after received from approval and before release into fabrication
- Completes field measurements of miscellaneous metals on a timely basis
- Works closely with customers to determine their needs and communicates with them constantly
- Reviews all document changes as required by contract administration
- Follows up on project close outs upon substantial completion of work
- Follows all company policies and procedures
- Always conducts self in a professional, ethical and courteous manner as a representative of Steel Fab Enterprises
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree and one-to-two-year related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
- Ability to work independently and to conduct assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given
Measures of Performance
- Project profitability to exceed estimating standards
- Defined recovery for extra and changed work
- Understanding of the design and subcontract requirements for specific projects assigned
- Project specific scheduling to align with SFE’s and customer requirements
- Controlled and on-time delivery of all sublet vendors, buyouts and detailers to align with SFE requirements
- Server job file documentation of all items relating to our subcontract and performance, including emails
- Project review on a weekly basis for scheduling and costs
- Providing correct, adequate and complete project billings
- Demonstrate good judgment and decision-making practices
Physical Requirements
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions
- Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
- Ability to sit, stand and walk
- Ability to effectively obtain and retain information
- Ability to multi-task to above average degree
- Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and employees
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
- Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
Applicant must be able to lay out and fabricate structural steel and build and install iron or steel girders, columns and other construction materials to form buildings and other structures.
Other skills include: welding and cutting steel, interpreting blueprints and working with concrete reinforcing steel bars. One year of experience preferred.
Please submit questions via the online form below. To apply for a position, complete our application and email to srobinson@steelfabenterprises.com.
We look forward to hearing from you!