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Essel

Shop Carpenter

Anaheim, CA

Candidates must be comfortable reading shop drawings, working with precision, and safely operating professional woodworking equipment. * Fabricate custom cabinets and architectural millwork.

Essel

Shop Carpenter

Anaheim, CA · On-site

Candidates must be comfortable reading shop drawings, working with precision, and safely operating professional woodworking equipment. * Fabricate custom cabinets and architectural millwork.

Essel

Shop Carpenter

Anaheim, CA · On-site

Candidates must be comfortable reading shop drawings, working with precision, and safely operating professional woodworking equipment. * Fabricate custom cabinets and architectural millwork.

W3Global Inc.

Project Manager

Hayward, CA · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

Review construction project plans, specifications, and shop drawings * Issue Purchase Requests to buy raw materials for fabrication. * Process RFI, and change orders * Manage and schedule shop ...

MMI Industrial & Steel

Shop Supervisor

El Centro, CA · On-site

Ensure work is performed in accordance with shop drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and company standards. * Communicate production goals, schedule changes, and operational priorities to ...

Foster Display Group

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Shop Carpenter

Oceanside, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

We are looking for people who take pride in their work, can read drawings, work with their hands ... Reading and understanding shop drawings, cut lists, and build instructions * Working with plywood ...

Hester Fabrication Inc.

Advance Welder

Hayward, CA · On-site

$30/hr

Advanced Welder As an Advanced Welder, you will need to be able to read and understand shop drawings, plan fabrication and fabricate welded components per the shop drawing. The shop is equipped with ...

K2 Staffing

Cabinet Vision Engineer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

Develop detailed shop drawings using Cabinet Vision software. * Engineer custom architectural millwork, cabinetry, casework, countertops, and specialty woodwork. * Create production-ready ...

SAIC

ICT Infrastructure Engineer

San Diego, CA · Remote

$40K - $80K/yr

Provide review of product data, shop drawing, and test reports submittals. * Conduct quality assurance inspections. * Provide subject matter expertise input on ICT infrastructure as requested by the ...

Aro Homes

Product Technical Architect

Mountain View, CA · On-site

This includes vendor outreach, quote review, sample ordering/review, shop drawing review, feedback implementation, internal design reviews, Procurement coordination, developing implementation plans ...

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How much do shop drawing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for shop drawing in California is $17.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a shop drawing?

A Shop Drawing job involves creating detailed technical drawings used in construction and manufacturing to guide the fabrication and installation of components. These drawings translate design intent into precise specifications, ensuring accuracy in materials, dimensions, and assembly. Professionals in this role work closely with architects, engineers, and contractors to interpret blueprints and produce clear, comprehensive shop drawings. The job requires proficiency in drafting software like AutoCAD or Revit, as well as a strong understanding of industry standards.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in a shop drawing position?

A typical day in a Shop Drawing position involves creating detailed technical drawings and plans based on specifications from engineers or architects, reviewing project documents, and ensuring that all drawings meet industry and client standards. You’ll often collaborate with project teams to clarify requirements, update designs based on feedback, and resolve any discrepancies between design intent and construction details. Coordination with other trades and regular communication with project managers and fabrication teams are common. This role requires both precision and flexibility to adapt drawings as projects evolve, ensuring that the construction process runs smoothly and accurately.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the shop drawing position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Shop Drawing role, you need strong drafting skills, attention to detail, and a background in engineering, architecture, or construction technology. Proficiency with CAD software (such as AutoCAD or Revit), blueprint reading, and an understanding of construction codes and standards are typically required. Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management are important soft skills for coordinating with engineers, architects, and project managers. These competencies enable accurate and efficient creation of technical drawings that are essential for successful project execution and compliance.

What do you do with shop drawings?

A shop drawing technician reviews, annotates, and verifies detailed drawings provided by architects or engineers to ensure they meet project specifications. These drawings are then used by construction teams to guide fabrication and installation, often requiring proficiency with CAD software and attention to detail.

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Infographic showing various Shop Drawing job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,360 per year, or $18 per hour.

Structural Steel Shop Foreman

Riverside, CA • On-site

ALDERETTE DESIGNS INC
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$35 - $40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 7 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement

Fabrication Manager / Working Shop ForemanParadigm Ironworks – Riverside, CA
Full-Time
 Pay: $35.00–$40.00 per hour, DOE
Position Summary
Paradigm Ironworks is seeking an experienced Fabrication Manager / Working Shop Foreman to lead day-to-day operations in our structural steel fabrication shop in Riverside, California.
 
 This is a hands-on leadership position. The successful candidate will work alongside the crew when needed while taking ownership of shop organization, workflow, productivity, quality, safety, and planning. We are looking for someone who naturally thinks ahead, understands what needs to happen next, and keeps multiple fabrication packages moving efficiently.
Responsibilities
·       Lead and coordinate daily shop production.
·       Plan work in advance and communicate priorities to the crew.
·       Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings.
·       Perform layout, fitting, welding, and fabrication when required.
·       Assign work based on employee skill level and project priorities.
·       Track fabrication progress and communicate status to management.
·       Coordinate with Operations, Project Management, Purchasing, and Quality Control.
·       Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient fabrication shop.
·       Ensure parts are identified, labeled, staged, and ready for delivery.
·       Monitor workmanship and company quality standards.
·       Train and mentor welders, fitters, and apprentices.
·       Enforce safe work practices and end-of-day shutdown procedures.
·       Identify improvement opportunities and implement practical solutions.
·       Take ownership of issues and always close the loop.
Qualifications
·       8+ years of structural steel or miscellaneous metals fabrication is a must.
·       Previous foreman, supervisor, or shop leadership experience is a must.
·       Ability to read structural steel shop drawings.
·       Strong fitting, layout, fabrication, and welding knowledge.
·       Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
·       Ability to think ahead and plan production.
·       Strong communication with shop and office personnel.
·       AWS certifications are a plus.
·       Dependable, accountable, and safety-minded.
What We're Looking For
We want someone who walks into the shop each morning and asks:
 
 • What are we building today?
 • What needs to be ready tomorrow?
 • What is coming next week?
 • What could stop us, and what do we need to do about it now?
 
 We're looking for a leader who takes ownership, develops people, communicates clearly, and continuously improves the shop.
Benefits
·       Medical benefits
·       Paid Time Off
·       401(k)
·       Overtime opportunities
·       Opportunity for growth within Paradigm Ironworks
About Paradigm Ironworks
Paradigm Ironworks is a Riverside-based structural steel fabrication company serving commercial construction throughout Southern California. We fabricate structural steel, stairs, railings, miscellaneous metals, architectural metalwork, and specialty steel projects.
 
 We value quality, accountability, communication, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.