Journeyman Fitter

Founded in 1969, Abtrex Industries has been delivering engineered industrial solutions for nearly 60 years. We are a leading rubber liner and industrial fabrication company specializing in metal fabrication, rubber lining, wear protection, and corrosion-resistant systems for mission-critical applications. Abtrex designs and fabricates ASME pressure vessels, storage/processing tanks, and other ancillary equipment including piping, tumblers, and hoppers.

We are currently looking for a journeyman-level Fitter to join our team. This position calls for a seasoned tradesperson with advanced blueprint-reading, layout, fitting, and fabrication skills who can take a job from print to finished assembly with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, technical drawings, routing instructions, and project specifications
• Independently lay out, fit, and assemble tanks, piping, and other fabricated components
• Measure, mark, cut, and prepare materials for fabrication
• Plan the work and determine the proper fit-up sequence to accurately assemble parts
• Maintain required dimensions and tolerances without close oversight
• Use measuring instruments and fabrication tools accurately
• Inspect completed work for quality and accuracy, taking ownership of the finished product
• Follow established fabrication procedures
• Safely operate shop tools and equipment
• Coordinate with welders and other tradespeople to complete projects efficiently
• Share knowledge with and help guide apprentices and less experienced fitters
• Maintain a clean and safe work area

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of professional fitting and fabrication experience, with journeyman-level proficiency in the trade.
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on trade experience
• Proven ability to read and analyze blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong mechanical and mathematical skills, including shop math and layout geometry
• Ability to work independently to lay out, fit, and accurately assemble fabricated components
• Plate and pipe fabrication experience, including shell rolling, seam alignment, and squaring and leveling large assemblies
• Ability to use measuring instruments and shop tools
• Thorough knowledge of fabrication shop safety practices
• Ability to tack weld components to code
• Welding experience is preferred
• Ability to pass required weld testing per ASME/AWS specifications, if applicable
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel when needed
• Reliable attendance
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening

Benefits offered by the company:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability
• HR recognition platform
• Paid Holidays

Wage starting at: $26-$30 DOE

Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening?

Experience:

• professional fitting and fabrication: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $30