Fabricator Jobs in Grand Island, NE

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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Field Diesel Mechanic

  • NMC, Inc.
  • Doniphan, NE (13 miles from Grand Island, NE)
  • 5 days ago
  • Doniphan, NE (13 miles from Grand Island, NE)
  • 5 days ago

Company Details Shift your career into high gear with NMC.As Nebraska's CAT dealer, NMC Cat has been serving its loyal Caterpillar customer base for over 85 years. NMC Cat is focused on providing...

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Mobile Diesel Mechanic

  • Rush Enterprises
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 23 days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 23 days ago

Are you an Experienced Mobile Diesel Technician looking for an opportunity to work for a leader in the commercial truck industry? We are searching for tenured & certified technicians to support...

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Diesel Tech-Mechanic

  • Travel Centers Of America
  • Alda, NE (11 miles from Grand Island, NE)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alda, NE (11 miles from Grand Island, NE)
  • 90+ days ago

Theres never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us...

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Truss Assembler - (construction/components) - Full-time

  • Builders Warehouse
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 90+ days ago

Full-time position working with components in the lumber & building material industry. Truss Assembler will be responsible for the assembly of at least (1) product type: roofs, floors or wall...

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Aircraft Mechanic Supv

  • Army National Guard Units
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 90+ days ago

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPV, Position Description Number D0734000and is part of AASF 2, Nebraska Army National Guard. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This...

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Aircraft Mechanic

  • Army National Guard Units
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 90+ days ago

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, Position Description Number D0483000and is part of AASF 2, Nebraska Army National Guard. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a...

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Diesel Truck Technician/Mechanic

  • CSM Companies
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 90+ days ago

Sahling Kenworth is currently accepting applications for Entry level and Experienced Diesel Truck Mechanics. Responsibilities include the repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of Class 8 trucks....

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Demographic Data for Grand Island, NE

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Fabricator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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How to Fabricate a Monster Suit Part 2 - Detailing, Texturing & Mechanisms
The "Kaiju" saga continues! Learn how to build foam creature costumes with two of Hollywood's masters of monster fabrication, Bill Bryan (Ghostbusters, Army of Darkness, Men in Black) & Ted Haines...
How to Fabricate a Monster Suit Part 1 - Design, Pattern, & Prototype
Learn how to make foam fabricated monster suits & creature costumes with Hollywood's most sought-after FX fabricators, Bill Bryan (Ghostbusters, Army of Darkness, Men in Black) & Ted Haines (Blade...
Muscle Suit Fabrication Part 1 - Design, Pattern & Fabricate Muscles
Learn how to fabricate a muscle suit with master creature effects fabricator, Ted Haines (From Dusk Till Dawn, The Muppets, The Bourne Legacy). In Part One of his 3-Part course series, Haines...

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Salary for Fabricator Jobs in Grand Island, NE

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Fabricators in Grand Island, NE offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.3%
Associate's Degree
18.0%
Bachelor's Degree
12.3%
Master's Degree
3.3%
Some College
1.7%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%


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