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Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector

Qualdoc

Richmond, VA • 10/14/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Structural Steel Quality Control Inspector

Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift, Monday–Friday; Saturday overtime available
Pay Rate: Starting at $31.00/hour, higher depending on experience

Job Overview

We are hiring a Quality Control Inspector to verify the accuracy and quality of fabricated structural steel in an AISC-certified facility. Experienced structural steel fitters or fabricators with strong inspection and layout skills may also be considered.

Responsibilities
  • Inspect fabricated structural steel during production and upon completion.

  • Identify and document nonconformances according to AWS D1.1 and D1.5 requirements.

  • Verify materials, dimensions, and part placement against shop drawings and specifications.

  • Perform dimensional layout, in-process inspections, and final quality checks.

  • Assist with annual AISC quality control audits.

  • Work with production teams to investigate and correct quality issues.

  • Support quality improvement efforts and maintain fabrication standards.

Requirements
  • 3–5 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, layout, or inspection.

  • Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and construction plans.

  • Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication processes and quality standards.

  • Familiarity with nonconformance documentation and dimensional inspection.

  • AWS D1.1 and/or D1.5 welding certification preferred.

  • Senior-level structural steel fitters or fabricators with relevant experience may be considered.

Schedule
  • Monday–Friday, 1st Shift
  • Saturday overtime available

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.