Structural Fitter

Job Description

Job Description

We are now accepting resumes/applications for EXPERIENCED STRUCTURAL FITTERS for the Morgan CIty, LA and surrounding area. Duties/Responsibilities may/may not be limited to the following:

• Job Scope :
  • The basic function of the structural fitter is responsible for putting metal parts together to create a finished structural metal project. They use tools such as jacks, pry bars, hammers, saws, welding equipment or torches, and files or grinders to fit the parts exactly.
• Duration of Job: Temp to Hire
  • Based on Job Performance
• Position Requirements :
  • 3 - 5 years fitter work-related experience
  • Must have lay-out and fitting experience with misc. metal & structural steel
  • Must be able to pass drug screen
• Required Skills:
  • Must be able to read and understand blueprint drawings.
  • Excellent math skills with ability to efficiently read a tape measure
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Demonstrate strong work ethic
  • Demonstrate consistency in quality of work
• Duties/Responsibilities :
  • May layout and mark weld points on parts or subassemblies using ruler, square, scribe or templates
  • Fabricate, assemble, and install structural steel products such as beams, braces, pipes, and plates for offshore drilling jackets and decks;
  • Use Come-a-longs, chain falls, and other industry tools and equipment, and install, use, and remove stop plates, dogs, and pad eyes.
  • Positions pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools
  • Clamps, holds, tack-welds, grinds, and bolts components to position for welding.
  • Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
  • Operates cutting equipment including torches and various power and hand tools
  • Remove rough spots from workpieces, using portable grinders, hand files, or scrapers.
  • Safely operates iron worker, grinders, overhead cranes, rigging, pipe threading machine, welding machine, and various pneumatic hand tools
  • Assembly of components with some fabrication of equipment needed for the job with minimal supervision
  • Mange housekeeping activities when requested.
    • Maintain the work area clean, safe and organized.
    • Assist in waste disposal and recycling activities
    • Cleanup work area and equipment after work is completed.
  • Execute daily work instructions received from Supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Work effectively to meet or exceed productivity goals while maintaining high quality standards.
    • Practice safety procedures in accordance with training and guidelines when working.
    • Comply with company policies and legal guidelines, helping to maintain a safe and orderly work environment
    • Meet quality and performance requirements as outlined by quality assurance and production standards
    • Report safety hazards, quality, and production issues to management immediately
• Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 LBS
  • Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, squat, or kneel regularly, as well as climb stairs and ladders to complete tasks.
  • Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions
    • Ability to work in varying hot and cold environments
    • Ability to work in an environment with exposures to dust, dirt and various other debris, metal and paint fumes, gases
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to high, precarious places and outside weather conditions
    • The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock
• Documents Required :
  • Driver's License/Identification Card
  • Social Security Card/Birth Certificate
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must have own welding shield & PPE (hard hat, steel toes, gloves, & safety glasses.)
• Pay :
  • $28.00-$30.00 (DOE)
  • Weekly Pay
  • Pay Schedule: Monday - Sunday
• Schedule:
  • Monday - Friday (Weekends as needed)
    • 10-12 Hour Days (with weather permitting)