Structural Steel Fitter

Description

The Fitter will perform a variety of tasks including layout and fitting of structural steel sub-assemblies, beams, columns, trusses, and other structural members to form completed structures or structural frameworks as per shop drawings. The Fitter will also be a proficient welder and capable of performing welding duties when needed.

Must have 2+ years full time structural Fitting experience! on large fabricated assemblies.

Open to 2nd / Swing Shift (2:00pm start) preferred.

Essential Job Specific Duties:

• Verify material sizes are correct and properly prepared prior to assembly. Report any incorrect or unprepared parts to Prefab Lead.
• Expertise to critically review fabrication drawings.
• Layout and fit fabricated steel assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Use tools and equipment including torches, forklifts, overhead cranes, carpenters’ levels, laser levels, tapes, squares, grinders, and mag drills.
• Perform welding tasks as requested by supervisor or as required due to fabrication schedule and workload demands.
• Must maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working environment by complying with KSF policies and procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintains adherence to company policies, and quality, safety, and environmental standards as outlined in roles and responsibilities.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years fitting experience on large fabricated assemblies.
• Proficiency in the following welding procedures - FCAW Fillet Weld, CAC-G, FCAW 1F, FCAW 1G, FCAW 2F, FCAW 2G.
• Fitting or layout experience with large assemblies.
• Intermediate math and measurement skills (e.g., addition, subtraction, diameters), reading and comprehension.
• Prefer applicable craft training by an approved construction trade association (e.g., ACI, BC, R.O.C.) welding programs.
• Working knowledge of computers, smart phones, and tablets.
• Understanding of safe work procedures for welding and fabrication shop work.

Ability to:

• Read and understand welding symbols in shop drawings.
• Understand and read layouts, blueprints, diagrams, work orders, and welding procedures.
• Set up and adjust welding machine to stay within parameters of welding procedures.
• Understand operations of welding equipment.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Work independently and in a team.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is primarily performed outside. Noise level is moderately loud to loud.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Note: this position may start as either direct hire or temp-to-hire through a temporary staffing agency.

Starting Pay Range: $25-$30 per hour