Opportunities

Overview

SITU Fabrication is a leading architectural fabrication company located in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. We are seeking a mid-level Fabricator to join our team. This position will report directly to our Director of Production and Lead Fabricators, and work with our Project Managers to successfully complete projects.

Candidates must be proficient in a wide variety of woodworking applications and be able to operate all standard woodshop machinery. A strong foundation in traditional woodworking craft employed in cabinetmaking, architectural millwork or furniture is required. Most of our projects include a combination of CNC fabrication and handcrafted work, so an awareness of both methods and how they can be integrated is a plus. On-site / installation experience and skills are a plus.

Our projects often comprise multiple materials and methods thus candidates must have a general proficiency working with steel and aluminum, plastics, composites, and other construction materials.

Skills and Abilities

3-5 years of professional experience in a woodshop / fabrication environment

Technical excellence in machinery operation and assembly skills

Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to implement efficient work methods and demonstrate on-the-fly problem solving skills

Strong written and spoken communication skills

Ability to read architectural drawings; proficiency in Rhino 3D is a plus

Excellent organization and tidy work habits

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on teams

Must speak English (ESOL acceptable)

Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge, skills, experience, or training certification

The position requires the following physical abilities:

Ability to lift objects up to 50lbs to a height of 3-4 feet.

Ability to work continuously for 2-3 hours standing up.

Ability to work in a fabrication shop environment

Maintain a high level of communication as a team member.

We offer great benefits, reasonable working hours, and the opportunity to support creative, thoughtful, and high quality projects in a workshop environment. Benefits include employer health (including two fully funded options), dental, vision, life, and long term disability insurance plans, 15 days of paid time off, holiday time, and additional perks such as subsidized CitiBike memberships and highly reduced parking passes through the Brooklyn Navy Yard. After a year of work, you are eligible to contribute to a company 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match.

Application Instructions

Please send your application materials to work@situ.nyc with the subject line ‘Fabricator’

Include, as a single (1) PDF attachment:

a cover letter

your resume

three (3) references

a portfolio, website, and / or relevant work samples

No phone calls, please.

SITU is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in the workplace and beyond. We encourage all of our employees to bring their original, authentic, and multifaceted selves into the company. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status. We highly encourage all qualified candidates to apply.