Fabricator Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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.

1-15 of 137 Jobs

Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 hours ago

Immediately Hiring a Permanent Full Time Diesel Technician Trainee. This role is Entry Level and DOES NOT REQUIRE Experience to be hired. We will pay you while training to become a Ryder Diesel...

Sheet Metal Mechanic - Aerospace

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 19 hours ago

Our Client, an Aerospace Manufacturing company, is looking for an Aerospace Sheet Metal Mechanic for their Renton, WA or Wichita, KS location. Responsibilities: Assemble, install, seal, rig,...

Swing Shift Order Picker/Assembler $21/hr

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 20 hours ago

A local Fife food distribution company located in Fife is in search of an Order Picker/Assembler who will be using an electric pallet rider jack and RF scanner to pick orders. Location: Fife, WA...

Pipeline Assembly Mechanic(Renton) (1389813)

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 20 hours ago

Pipeline Assembly Mechanic(Renton) (1389813) Location Renton, Washington Job type ContractTemporary Salary $ 45 - $ 47 Hour Category AviationAerospace - Mechanic Build the Future of Aviation with...

Food Production Worker Float (Cook)

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 hours ago

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers,...

Saw Operator (Machinist)

  • Algona, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Algona, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 23 hours ago

Position Summary: The Machinist position operates assigned resources of machining tools, whether manual or CNC, ensuring safety of operations, compliance with quality control standards with...

ACE Production Worker

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

ACE Production Worker AmeriGas - Kent, WA Posted: 4/29/2025 - Expires: 5/29/2025 Job ID: 288413280 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job Description AmeriGas AmeriGas is...

Assembler Sub Assembly-Fastener- 20104

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Basic Qualifications: 1+ years of experience working with powered hand tools 1+ years of experience with reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, material processes, schematic and diagrams...

Diesel Truck Technician / Mechanic

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

PAPE KENWORTH FEDERAL WAY, WA DIESEL TRUCK TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC: Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow your skills as a mechanic? Are you looking for not...

ACE Production Worker

  • Kent, WA (12 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kent, WA (12 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Requisition Number: 26152 When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nations premiere propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential,...

Assembler Precision Bench C

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

tools and/or hand-held power tools....

Trailer Mechanic Jobs with J.B. Hunt!

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago

un Trailer Mechanic Jobs with J.B. Hunt! compensation: $30.26-$45.39 per hour employment type: Job Summary: Under general supervision, this position acts as a subject matter expert for Trailer...

Machine Repair Mechanic - Renton WA

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Experience testing and diagnosing hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical components, and test equipment....

Marine - Boat Mechanic

  • Fox Island, WA (8 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fox Island, WA (8 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Marine - Boat Mechanic (Sandpoint - Hope) Hope Marine Services compensation: Competitive pay based on experience employment type: job title: Marine - Boat Mechanic Marine - Boat Mechanic Now...

Welder

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Welder Kent, WA Calling all Welders! Do you have at least one year of welding experience? Then this Welder position could be the perfect fit for you! We are hiring for a direct hire opportunity in...

Demographic Data for Tacoma, WA

Moving to Tacoma, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Tacoma, WA below.


Local
National
352,224
7,865
Large

Fabricator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Fabricated Illness
The course also contains reference to real life cases, challenges to check the learners understanding throughout the course, case studies, and downloads of supplementary guidance, and a guide for...
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...
How to Fabricate a Monster Suit Part 4 - Completing Mechanisms & Assembling Components
The Kaiju are back! In part 4of this whopping course series, master creature effects fabricators Bill Bryan, Ted Haines & their student teams approach the finish line as they complete and assemble...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Fabricator Jobs in Tacoma, WA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Fabricator positions.



Highest Education Level

Fabricators in Tacoma, WA 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Fabricator Related Career Advice Articles

Two welders in steel fabrication facility
How to Launch and Maintain a Successful Career in Steel Fabrication

Just starting your career in steel fabrication? Follow these tips to succeed and thrive as a fabricator.

Read article »