Structural Fitter

FITTER - GREENSBURG, LA

Position Summary: Responsible for assembling subparts into completed assemblies before welding, following blueprints, work orders, or oral instructions under direct supervision.

Duties:

• Perform fitting tasks under immediate supervisor's direction
• Assess blueprints, drawings, and specifications
• Organize work orders and prepare accurate daily reports
• Conduct measurements, layout, and fitting tasks per drawings
• Provide visual quality assurance
• Operate various equipment and tools
• Cut, drill, bevel, and grind subparts for a quality end product
• Move and organize material as needed
• Maintain a clean and orderly workstation
• Install temporary bracing to prevent distortion during welding

Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Basic shop mathematics knowledge
• Experience in heavy structural fitting and fabrication
• Proficient in reading blueprints, shop drawings, and welding symbols
• 1-2 years Structural Steel fitting experience

Safety Requirements:

• Adherence to safety rules and procedures
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area
• Attend required safety meetings
• Daily inspection of tools and equipment
• Proper use of personal protective equipment
• Specific PPE for tacking and cutting steel with a torch

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods
• Occasional lifting of tools, equipment, or materials up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional bending, squatting, or crouching
• Frequent handling of tools, equipment, or material
• Ability to work in various weather conditions

Wage: Depending on Experience and Fitter Classification

Additional Notes:

• Pre-employment drug screening and background check required
• Job duties and requirements subject to change at the employer's discretion
• Employment-at-Will: No implied employment contract

Fitter Classifications:

• Class A: Highest knowledge, skill, and productivity; capable of fitting complex fabrication; often functions as trainers & leaders
• Class B: Maintain production with minimal errors; capable of fitting heavy beams, columns, and standard connections
• Class C: Entry-level fitters; capable of independent work; must maintain reasonable production with minimal quality levels.