Fitter

BENEFITS

Employees choose from several medical coverage options. Prime offers one 100% employer‑covered health plan for employees and covers a generous amount of the cost of the other plans, making the monthly amount employees pay for medical coverage for themselves and their families competitively affordable. Comprehensive dental and vision plans are available. Prime helps you save for retirement through a 401(k) plan with pre‑tax contributions. We offer 50% matching contributions up to $2,500 per year. Prime provides a $25,000 life insurance policy to all employees in the event of a catastrophic event, with supplemental life insurance options available. Employees receive 7 paid holidays per year plus PTO after six months. Additional perks include exclusive pricing on Prime products, company apparel, steel‑toed boots for shop workers, and regular appreciation lunches and events.

SUMMARY

Our Fitter is responsible for facilitating the completion of steel structures in compliance with blueprints/pre‑engineered drawings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Efficiently read and interpret blueprints. Lay out and position metal designs for completion. Perform MIG welding process. Heat, form, and dress metal parts with the use of welding equipment. Add stiffeners, brackets, face plates, etc., using prints for location prior to finish welding. Maintain a safe, clean working environment. Hold required configurations or positions for welding by a tack‑weld, heat‑bend, clamp, hold, or grind. Proficient within a team environment. Comprehend how to use measuring equipment. Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be able to pass 1G Unlimited weld test. Prior experience in manufacturing/fabrication shop is preferred but not required. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Positive attitude and desire to work as a team player. Follow safety procedures including the proper use of personal protective equipment.

COMPETENCIES

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative – Volunteers readily; undertakes self‑development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed. Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time. Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs occasionally with assistance. Frequent use of hands and arms to handle materials, tools, and welding equipment. Ability to kneel, crouch, climb, or work in awkward positions to complete welds. Visual acuity to read measurements, inspect welds, and maintain quality standards. Exposure to welding fumes, bright light (arc flash), heat, sparks, and airborne particles. Everyday use of PPE including flame‑resistant clothing, welding helmet, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and safety‑toe boots. Climate conditions vary in production areas from hot in the summer to cold in the winter. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Primebldg