Structural Fitter / Fabricator

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Structural Fitter / Fabricator – Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)

Sign‑On & Retention Bonus: $6,000

Pay Progression

• Step 1: $35.47/hour
• Step 2: $36.72/hour
• Step 3: $37.99/hour
• Shift Premium: +$1.00/hour for 2nd Shift

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Weld plain and alloy structural steel in all positions using Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
• Perform multi‑pass welds (10+ passes) on heavy plate (2+ inches thick)
• Read and interpret complex blueprints, weld symbols, and layout specifications
• Fit and assemble large structural weldments using jacks, clamps, jigs, and layout tools
• Clamp, tack weld, burn, air arc, and label components per blueprint and process requirements
• Use jib, gantry, and overhead cranes to position large components safely
• Grind and dress fabricated weldments to meet quality standards
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and aerial lifts as required

Required Skills

• 5+ years of FCAW welding experience on heavy plate
• 3+ years of structural fitting / fit‑up experience
• 3+ years of blueprint reading and interpretation
• Working knowledge of back gouging, carbon arcing, or air arcing
• Ability to pass:
  • 3 FCAW weld qualification tests
  • 2 structural fitter qualification tests

Preferred Skills

• Strong safety‑first mindset in heavy manufacturing environments
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency with layout and measurement tools, including:
  • Tape measure, level, surface gauges
  • Tram points, calipers, combination sets
  • Wedges and blocks
• Willingness to work overtime to meet production demands

Additional Information

• Full‑time schedule: 40 hours/week
• No relocation assistance available
• Pre‑employment drug screen and medical evaluation required
• Please monitor your email (including spam/junk folders) for application updates

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Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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