Fabricator Jobs in South Dakota

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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Welder - Days - No Weekends

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 hours ago

Welder - Days - No Weekends Due to growth within our welding department, we are looking for qualified welders to join our Day Shift Weld team. Our welders report to the manufacturing manager. We...

Line Boring Welder/Machinist

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 hours ago

vision, mission and values of BMC Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Must be able to use and read precision measuring tools Must be detail orientated individual Self-driven Ability to fabricate...

Sr Diesel Mechanic 1st Shift - 2334973

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 hours ago

Job Description: Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic? Is your familys financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company...

Diesel Mechanic 1st Shift $5,000 Sign On Bonus

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 14 hours ago

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic? Is your family's financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes...

Diesel Mechanic 1st Shift

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 1 day ago

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic? Is your familys financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes...

Production Worker

  • Mitchell, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Mitchell, SD
  • 1 day ago

_Production Worker- Start ASAP- Weekly Pay_** **_Pay: $20-$25/hour_** **_Hours: Various Shifts Available_** _Our company is looking for a motivated production worker to join our team! As a...

Per Diem- Pipe Welders Wanted

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking a Pipe Welder for an industrial project in Muscatine, IA!!! PAY: $30/HR (based on experience) SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday (40 hours/week) START DATE: ASAP...

Sr Diesel Mechanic 1st Shift

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 2 days ago

Are you seeking a safer work environment as a mechanic? Is your family's financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes...

Assembler

  • Watertown, SD
  • 2 days ago
  • Watertown, SD
  • 2 days ago

Assembler Watertown, SD 57201 Posted: 06/27/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Industrial Job Number: KF871346627 Job Description contribute to the creation of high-quality products...

Welder

  • Tea, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Tea, SD
  • 3 days ago

Apply Description Follow customer specifications and engineering drawings, gather required materials, lay-out, assemble and weld base or enclosure. Set up equipment and weld parts together using...

tools and read tape measure Maintains good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space Act, Live, and Behave by TCF Core Values....

CNC Machinist

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 5 days ago

Dell Rapids, SD Manufacturing CNC Machinist CNC Machinist Executive Recruiting Consultants Sioux Falls, SD 57106 Posted/Updated: 3 days ago Job Description CNC Machinist Our client is a precision,...

Locomotive Mechanic Apprentice - Mitchell, SD

  • Mitchell, SD
  • 5 days ago
  • Mitchell, SD
  • 5 days ago

, and hand tools pertaining to the construction and maintenance of locomotives....

Welder/Fabricator

  • Dell Rapids, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Dell Rapids, SD
  • 6 days ago

Sioux Falls, SD Skilled Labor - Trades Welder/Fabricator Welder/Fabricator L. G. Everist, Inc....

Equipment Mechanic

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities: Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, gas, diesel, and pneumatic construction equipment....

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Salary for Fabricator Jobs in South Dakota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Fabricators in South Dakota offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.1%
Associate's Degree
17.7%
Bachelor's Degree
11.4%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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