Relationships and Resources for Fabricators
20% of SEAA Members Provide Fabrication Services
​“Membership helps my company stay connected to the industry, provides resources for improving our people’s skills and knowledge, gives me a voice in decision-making processes that affect my business, and opens doors to new business opportunities.”
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Victor Garcia, CEO
Flawless Steel Welding, Denver, Colorado
​Member Only Benefits
Many Fabricators also offer Steel Erection Services. These operations go hand-in-hand. Steel Fabricators gain access to unique networking opportunities, important safety, training, and business resources, and the chance to gain industry recognition.

Events, peer groups, and regional Meet & Greets help fabricators interact with erectors, contractors, engineers, project managers, vendors, and other fabricators. 

SEAA promotes and protects the interests of its members, by working closely with related organizations, including AISC and NISD. By joining SEAA, steel fabricators can support these efforts and help shape the future of the industry.
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These and other Member Benefits help steel fabricators stay competitive and successful in the steel construction industry.
Custom Fabricator Training​ 
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​SEAA offers a custom Steel Fabricator training curriculum. SEAA provides a certificate of completion to trainees when all modules are completed and a transcript of completion is filed in the NCCER registry. Developed in collaboration with steel fabrication subject matter experts, the SEAA Fabricator Curriculum includes 79 hours of Core Training, covering OSHA 10, introduction to construction math, hand and power tools, construction drawings, rigging, and material handling. The Fabricator modules total another 165 hours covering:​
  • Tools of the Trade
  • Rigging Equipment and Practices
  • Fastening
  • Welding Safety, Quality, Symbols, and Reading Detail Drawings
  • Oxyfuel Cutting
  • Field Fabrication
  • Trade Drawings, Levels 1 and 2
  • Air Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging
  • GMAW and FCAW
  • Flux Core for Ironworking
  • Preheating and Postheating of Metals​​
​Member discounts available to purchase Fabricator Training Curriculum. Members also receive access to supplemental training videos that complement the Fabricator Training Curriculum through the SteelPros Training Portal.
In addition, SEAA members who participate in the association’s craft training program have access to the structural ironworker and steel fabricator training materials, as well as many other NCCER craft titles.  SEAA is an authorized Sponsor of NCCER Craft Training Programs. As a member, you can become an accredited NCCER training provider and can access various training programs.

Members can set up their own assessments for certification of crane operators or riggers, or use other SEAA members for the certification process.

For more information, contact Tim Eldridge at 980-722-9373 or t_eldridge@bellsouth.net
Apprenticeship Standard and Certifications
SEAA’s US DOL approved Ironworker Apprenticeship Standard provides members a tool for creating and registering formal training programs to meet State and Federal requirements.
SteelPros Training Portal
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​SteelPros Training Portal is a learning management system that includes access to 80+ Ironworker Training Videos that align with specific SEAA/NCCER modules. It also provides access to third-party rigging and load-handling training content. It can be used by employers to:
  • Create learning paths for employees
  • Track progress of learners
  • Manage certifications
Hiring

SEAA’s Job Board and CareerPlug Applicant Tracking System solves one of the biggest challenges in running a business—attracting and hiring the right people.  Every member company can sign up for a free account or upgrade to the PRO account for only $595 to gain access to all the major job posting platforms including LinkedIn, Indeed, Monster, and others.
With it, employers can:
  • Create job postings
  • Promote postings to job seekers
  • Prequalify applicants
  • Automate communication and schedule interview
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Industry Recognition
Fabricators can demonstrate their commitment to professionalism, safety, and quality, and gain the trust and respect of potential customers and partners through various recognition programs.