Fitter

Fitter Job Highlights

Company Profile

Shepard Steel Co. is a part of the Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing Industry. The company is a structural steel fabrication company that meets the structural and miscellaneous steel requirements of customers.

Job Profile

The company is seeking a Fitter who will be responsible for the fitting, layout, and fabrication of structural steel.

The position will work under the direct supervision of the Production Supervisor.

Educational Qualification

• The applicants should have a High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience

• The candidates should have previous work experience in the related field.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Analyze welding procedures, specifications, sketches, and work orders in order to plan and execute layout, assembly, and welding operations.
• To chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or spatter using hand scrapers, power chippers, grinders, or cutting equipment.
• De-burr and grind metal as necessary to achieve proper surface texture per job specifications.
• Knowledge of welding and layout techniques.
• Layout, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, tape measures, etc.
• Mark/tag material with the proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks as required.
• Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating resulting in warping, distortion, or expansion of the material.
• Perform FCAW and other types of welding based on project needs.
• Prepare all material surfaces to be welded, ensuring that there is no loose or thick scale, slag, rust, moisture, grease, or other foreign matter.
• Read and interpret structural steel drawings/blueprints to perform daily tasks.
• Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding and metal fabrication trade.
• Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using welding equipment.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or horizontal positions.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures
• Ability to speak, read and write in English
• Able to work well with minimal supervision as well as with other colleagues
• Must be able to pass a Welding and Fit-up test
• Must be willing to submit to a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check
• Physically capable of bending/twisting as well as standing for long periods of time
• Physically capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling 70 pounds unassisted
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented and has a positive attitude
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Other Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match/Profit Sharing
• Competitive salary (based on skillset)
• Dental Insurance
• Full-Time Position
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vacation, Holidays, Earned Days, and Birthdays

Employer’s Statement

• Shepard Steel Co. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.