Structural Fitter

Structural Fitter/WeldernPrimary Purpose of this Position:nFit steel parts for structural, plate, and misc. steel assemblies per shop drawings and quality requirements.nEssential Job Functions:nnPlanning, laying out, and fitting metal components, such as plate stiffeners, stiffened panels, bulkheads, and frames using blueprints or templates and tools while maintaining alignment tolerances.nLocating and marking reference lines, such as center, buttock, and frame lines.nAlignment of parts in relation to each other, using jacks, turnbuckles, clips, wedges, and mauls.nSetting, fitting, and erecting of structural assemblies and modules within alignment tolerances.nInstalling structural foundations and outfit items such as doors, hatches, brackets, and clips.nMay tack weld panels, bulkhead, assemblies, clips, and brackets.nMay roll, bend, flange, cut, and shape plates, beams, and other metal parts using shop machinery, such as ironworkers, plate rolls, presses, and press brakes.nAbility to follow instructions, written and/or verbal, with little or no supervision.nPerforming other related job duties as assigned in a safe and efficient manner; also, please see physical requirements.nOther typical duties performed by a fitter.nnQualificationsnKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:nnAbility to read, write, and perform higher arithmetic computations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, decimals, and fractions.nAbility to understand and carry out semi-complicated verbal and written instructions.nAbility to effectively communicate with co-workers and managers.nAbility to work under periodic supervision focused on the progress of work and setting priorities for job completion.nSkill in using tape measure or 1" rule.nAbility to maintain American Welding Society certification on 1-inch plate in flat position using the gas metal arc welding and flux-cored arc welding processes.nAbility to pass the fillet weld break test using the gas metal arc welding process.nAbility to pass a Steelcon Inc administered basic welding test that covers shop drawing interpretation, weld symbols, welding processes, weld process symbol interpretation and application, and a visual acuity test.nAbility to pass a Steelcon Inc administered fitting test that covers shop drawing interpretation, fractional number calculations, basic geometry, etc.nAbility to interpret, understand, and utilize cutting lists, shop orders, and shop drawings.nAbility to operate a cutting torch to meet American Welding Society specifications.nAbility to possess pride in own workmanship, demonstrate attention to detail, and work safely.nAbility to operate forklifts, jib hoists, and overhead cranes in a safe and proper manner. Use and understand industry and Steelcon Inc adopted hand signals used for crane operations.nAbility to adjust welder to insure proper feed rate and temperature.nAbility to multitask.nnPhysical Demands:nnStand CONTINUOUSLY over the course of the 8-to-12-hour work shift.nWalk CONTINUOUSLY over the course of the 8-to-12-hour work shift. The distances walked will range from a distance of a few feet to 60-foot length of a steel beam.nSit only during the break and lunch periods. Rarely one will be able to sit while welding.nLift weights up to 20 pounds from floor to chest CONTINUOUSLY, which includes the various tools utilized in the process of performing the usual work duties.nLift weights up to 35 pounds from floor to waist FREQUENTLY, during the 10 to 12 during the work shift.nLift weights up to 85 pounds from floor to waist OCCASIONALLY, during the 10 to 12 during the work shift. Jib cranes and overhead cranes are available for the employee's assistance with lifting.nCarry weights noted above distances ranging from a few feet to the 60-feet length of the steel beam.nPush and pull drawers open and closed OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to retrieve tools. An employee will OCCASIONALLY push a beam attached to a jib crane or overhead crane to properly guide into place. Force varies up to 35 pounds.nClimb OCCASIONALLY onto beams stacked on sawhorses to guide into place. An employee will OCCASIONALLY climb a ladder of 6 to 10 feet while performing job duties.nStoop or crouch on an OCCASIONAL to FREQUENT basis while performing the regular job duties. The position will be held continuously for a few seconds to 15 minutes, depending upon the job.nKneel in the commission of job duties on an OCCASIONAL to FREQUENT basis, depending upon the job. The position will be held continuously for a few minutes to 15 minutes.nCrawl RARELY under a beam to reach the opposite side. The distance crawled is less than 3 feet.nReach forward CONTINUOUSLY to perform job duties or to retrieve tools. The employee will OCCASIONALLY be required to reach to full forward extension.nReach overhead OCCASIONALLY to guide a beam attached to the cranes and to attach the chains from the crane to the beams or to weld while underneath the beam.nBalance OCCASIONALLY to climb ladders and to walk on steel beams. An employee will not be working at unprotected heights.nGross finger dexterity skills to operate the various tools and equipment utilized in the course of standard job duties. A trigger squeeze motion is required to operate the grinders. Fine finger dexterity is not required.nnNon-Material Handling DemandsnnEmployee is expected to work 40 hours a week. However, hours including overtime and weekends may be required based Steelcon Inc needs.nHear sufficiently to be aware of safety issues.nVisual ability to read and interpret cut lists and shop drawings. Safety glasses are required in the shop area.nExposure to heat, cold, wet, and humid conditions in the shop area OCCASIONALLY.nExposure to fumes, odors, and dust in the shop area OCCASIONALLY.nExposure to solvents, greases, oils, and coolants OCCASIONALLY.nWear all required Personal Protective Equipment. PPE includes steel-toe safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hard hats.nnTools Required:nSquare, Tape Measure, Weld Lead, 4-inch grinder, 9-inch grinder, Ball Peen Hammer, Sledgehammer, Hand Torch, Wire Brushes, Chipping Hammers, Clamps, Stamping Taps, and Chains.nMachines Utilized:nWelder, Overhead Crane, Jib Crane, Pallets, Sawhorses, and Forklifts.