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Metal Fabricator

Stuart, FL ยท On-site

$18 - $20/hr

This is a hands-on opportunity to work with a dedicated crew crafting quality metal products from start to finish. If you take pride in precision craftsmanship and love working with your hands, we ...

Metal Fabricator

Stuart, FL ยท On-site

$18 - $20/hr

This is a hands-on opportunity to work with a dedicated crew crafting quality metal products from start to finish. If you take pride in precision craftsmanship and love working with your hands, we ...

Metal Fabricator

Stuart, FL ยท On-site

$18 - $20/hr

This is a hands-on opportunity to work with a dedicated crew crafting quality metal products from start to finish. If you take pride in precision craftsmanship and love working with your hands, we ...

Sheet Metal Installer

Broadview, IL ยท On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Is your sheet metal craftsmanship being undervalued? Are you ready to work on Chicago's most complex and prestigious commercial projects? Do you take pride in precision, detail, and quality that ...

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Our work blends craftsmanship with design, and we are looking for someone who is comfortable working with metal, tools, drawings, and unique project requirements. Key Responsibilities * Fabricate ...

For more than 70 years, Burns & Scalo has been a trusted name in commercial roofing and sheet metal craftsmanship throughout the region. We are proud of our reputation for quality, safety, innovation ...

For more than 70 years , Burns & Scalo has been a trusted name in commercial roofing and sheet metal craftsmanship throughout the region. We are proud of our reputation for quality, safety ...

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How much do metal craft jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for metal craft in the United States is $36.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $54.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a metal craft professional?

Metal craft professionals are skilled artisans who design, shape, and fabricate objects or artworks using various metals such as iron, steel, copper, brass, or aluminum. They may create decorative pieces, functional items like jewelry or utensils, or architectural elements through techniques like forging, welding, casting, and engraving. Metal craft workers often combine traditional craftsmanship with modern tools and technology to produce unique, high-quality pieces. Their work can be found in art galleries, homes, public spaces, and industrial settings.

What is the difference between Metal Craft vs Metal Fabricator?

AspectMetal CraftMetal Fabricator
CertificationsOften requires welding, safety, and technical certificationsRequires welding, blueprint reading, and safety certifications
Work EnvironmentWorkshops, manufacturing plants, construction sitesFactories, workshops, construction sites
Industry UsageUsed in custom metal projects, artistic metalwork, and manufacturingFocuses on assembling metal parts, structural components, and fabrication

Metal Craft and Metal Fabricator roles share overlapping skills like welding and blueprint reading, often working in similar environments. However, Metal Craft typically emphasizes artistic or custom metal projects, while Metal Fabricators focus on assembling and constructing metal structures. Both roles are essential in manufacturing and construction industries, with similar certifications and work settings.

What are some common challenges metal craft professionals face when working on custom projects?

Metal craft professionals frequently encounter challenges such as interpreting complex client specifications, sourcing suitable materials within budget, and maintaining precision in fabrication and finishing. Custom projects often require creative problem-solving to adapt tools and techniques for unique designs, all while adhering to safety standards and tight deadlines. Collaborating closely with designers, engineers, and clients is essential to ensure the final product meets expectations and functions as intended.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a metal craft professional, and why are they important?

To excel in Metal Craft, you need strong manual dexterity, an understanding of metal properties, and experience with fabrication techniques, often gained through vocational training or apprenticeships. Familiarity with tools such as welders, grinders, lathes, and CAD software is typically required, along with safety certifications. Attention to detail, creativity, and problem-solving are vital soft skills for producing high-quality, customized metalwork. These abilities are essential for ensuring precision, safety, and innovation in creating durable and aesthetically pleasing metal products.
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Infographic showing various Metal Craft job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,874 per year, or $36 per hour.

Associate Coolant Lubrication Technician (Maintenance Dept)

Metal Craft Machine & Engineering

Elk River, MN โ€ข On-site

$24 - $31/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

The posted range reflects market-based pay. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, and related qualifications.


Metal Craft, located in Elk River, MN is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Associate Coolant & Lubrication Technician to maintain coolant and lubrication systems for CNC milling centers, applicable equipment, and perform maintenance tasks as required.


Work Environment

This position is performed in a manufacturing environment and requires regular exposure to machine coolants, lubricants, metal chips, dirt, grease, and other industrial materials. Candidates should be comfortable performing physically demanding work in conditions that may be dirty or messy while following all required safety procedures and using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).


Duties and Responsibilities

Performs scheduled maintenance of coolant and lubrication systems on machining centers, tools, and equipment.

Conducts outside and inside facilities maintenance and assists Custodial Technician as needed.

Observes and listens to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction and determine the need for adjustment or repair.

Check and maintain fluid levels for all machine centers, including proper mix ratios of coolant for each center.

Maintain coolant tanks, routine cleaning schedule, and machine filters daily.

Maintain milling area cleanliness.

Clean and maintain chip conveyors. Assist in chip removal from centers that do not have conveyors and empty chip containers.

Maintain maintenance coolant and lubrication schedules and logs.

Responsible for performing lockout/tagout.

Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

Operate a fork truck and scissor lift as needed.

Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.

Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Responsible to conduct yourself and ensure your subordinates (if applicable) conduct themselves in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct.


Education

High school diploma or GED required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledgeable of OSHA requirements.
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to shifting priorities.

Exceptional problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to think independently.
Must pay attention to detail.

Able to prioritize assignments, work with people, negotiate, analyze problems, and translate company needs into actions necessary to achieve the goals.

Ability to utilize Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.


Core Values

People – We can do it

Innovation – We work together

Service – We honor our word

Quality – We do what’s right

Monday – Friday 8AM – 4:30PM

Non-exempt (hourly)

Benefits Eligible position (Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, profit sharing, holiday pay, PTO)
Metal Craft and Riverside are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.


***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time***