Fabricator Jobs in Palmdale, CA

A Fabricator in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for designing, creating, and assembling various parts and structures made from raw materials like metal, plastic, and more. They interpret blueprints, specifications, and diagrams to accurately manufacture and install parts or structures. Fabricators usually work with heavy machinery such as grinders, drill presses, and other cutting machines. They perform quality checks on finished products and repair any faults or discrepancies. Regular maintenance of equipment and complying with safety regulations and standards are also an integral part of their role.

Important skills for a Fabricator include mechanical skills, physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. They should also have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Some certifications that could be beneficial for a Fabricator include a Certification in Fabrication and Welding Technology, a Certificate in Sheet Metal Technology, or other relevant qualifications. Before becoming a Fabricator, a person may have roles such as a Machine Operator, a Welder, or an Apprentice in Fabrication.

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(Entry Level) Assembler

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Responsibilities & Qualifications of the Assembler (Entry Level) include, but are not limited to: Align and position parts using templates and measurements Fasten components and subassemblies,...

Production Equipment Mechanic

  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Candidate will use basic hand tools and power tools....

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Turbine Mechanic

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities & Qualifications of the Technical Turbomachinery Specialist include, but are not limited to: - Rotating equipment exp - Ideally a Rotating Equipment Specialist - Exp disassembling...

Manual Machinist

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities & Qualifications of the Manual Machinist include, but are not limited to Engine Lathes (Small, Medium or Large) VTL's (Small and Large) Additional Information: Working Conditions:...

CNC Machinist Lathe Set-up Operator

  • Valyermo, CA (15 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Valyermo, CA (15 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Ideal candidates have experience as a CNC Lathe Machine operator, CNC Lathe machinist, CNC Set up....

Milling Machine Machinist 3 (3/10 2nd Shift)

  • Palmdale, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Palmdale, CA
  • 5 days ago

tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations; and measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining....

Assembler Aerospace

  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Assembler | Aerospace Burbank, CA Do you have at least 2+ years of recent manufacturing and assembly experience, including proficiency with schematics and hand and power tools? A leading aerospace...

Mechanic II

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 6 days ago

A DMV K-4 document is required to be submitted with job application. Requirements / Qualifications Job Summary Job Summary Under the supervision of Fleet Manager and/or Lead Mechanic participate...

Associate Assembler

  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Associate Assembler Company: Spectrolab, Inc. Spectrolab, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Companys Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) business unit has an exciting opportunity for...

Assistant Mechanic

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Your next adventure starts here! At Lucky Strike Entertainment, great times and exciting opportunities go hand in hand. Join us as an Assistant Mechanic and become part of a vibrant...

Assembler - Home Center - CA

  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that...

Lead Mechanic - Located in Santa Clarita, CA

  • Newhall, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newhall, CA (24 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Personal hand tools....

Assembler

  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lancaster, CA (17 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 10 days ago

URGENT APPLY TODAY! **Description** **:** If you're looking for a job and you have general assembly/work experience then this is the position for you. A very popular company in **Lancaster, CA**...

Electronic Assembler

  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Move Forward with Volt Volt is immediately hiring for Test Technician in Sun Valley, CA. As a Test Technician, you will: Maintain strict adherence to AS9100 Generate Non-Conforming Reports (NCR)...

Power Mechanic Level B

  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (23 miles from Palmdale, CA)
  • 11 days ago

tools and test equipment Must have own tools Must know general repairs and PM criteria Should have specific knowledge of heavy truck repairs in a commercial environment, including diesel engine system...

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Salary for Fabricator Jobs in Palmdale, CA

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Highest Education Level

Fabricators in Palmdale, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.1%
Associate's Degree
17.7%
Bachelor's Degree
11.3%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%


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