Fitter

Position Summary

A worker who assembles subparts into completed assemblies prior to welding as specified by blueprints, work orders, or oral instructions under direct supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform fitting tasks under the direction of the immediate supervisor.

• Assess blueprints, drawings, and specifications to establish work requirements.

• Organize work orders and prepare accurate reports regarding tools, equipment, and materials.

• Conduct measurements, layout, and fitting tasks per drawings and diagrams.

• Provide visual quality assurance.

• Complete assigned job duties as required by supervision.

• Operate punches, grinders, drills, saws, oxy-fuel torches, plasma cutters, and other hand tools.

• Cut, drill, bevel, and grind subparts as required for quality end products.

• Perform welding preparation such as grinding and beveling.

• Move and organize materials to support fitting tasks.

• Maintain a clean and orderly workstation.

• Install temporary bracing to prevent distortion during welding.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Knowledge of basic shop mathematics.

• Experience in heavy structural fitting and fabrication.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, shop drawings, and welding symbols.

• 1–2 years of structural steel fitting experience.

Safety Requirements

• Adhere to all Southland Steel Fabricators safety rules, policies, and procedures.

• Maintain orderly and clean work areas.

• Attend all required safety meetings.

• Inspect tools and equipment daily to ensure they are defect-free.

• Use hand and power tools safely with proper guards in place.

• Wear appropriate PPE for assigned tasks.

• Required PPE:

• Welder helmet with appropriately shaded filter lens and safety glasses.

• Clothing in good repair without holes or frayed edges; cotton pants and shirts required.

• Heavy flame-resistant gloves.

• Respirators when welding harmful metal alloys or ventilation is inadequate.

• Steel/hard toe boots.

• Hearing protection.

• Cutting Steel with Torch:

• Wear properly shaded safety glasses with face shield or cutting goggles.

• Use approved friction lighters or approved devices to light the torch.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

• Ability to occasionally pull, push, carry, or lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to withstand bending, squatting, or crouching.

• Ability to frequently handle tools, equipment, or materials.

• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions including cold, heat, and humidity.