What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Fitter position at Southern Response Services?
Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a fabrication environment.
- Proven experience working with structural steel, plate, and pipe fabrication.
Precision Layout & Assembly
- Proficient with layout and measuring tools, including but not limited to:
- Tape measures, speed squares, 2’ squares, combination squares, T-squares
- Center finders, center punches, 2-hole pins
- Bubble levels, digital levels, laser levels
- Plumb bobs, chalk lines, mason’s line
- Ability to layout critical dimensions, verify part dimensions, and perform in-process checks for quality sign-offs.
- Experienced fitters must be able to safely align and assemble parts using:
- Porta-powers, chain hoists, wedges, bull pins, saddles, L-dogs
- Pry bars, C-clamps, F-clamps, and similar tools
Welding & Fabrication Skills
- Ability to perform tack welding using:
- MIG and Flux-Cored (FCAW) processes
- TIG experience is a plus but not required
- Proficient with hand tools and power tools, including:
- 4-1/2”, 6”, and 7” grinders
- Burr motors, needle scalers, impacts
- Magnetic drills and welding machines
- Experience in multi-process plate and pipe beveling
- Hands-on experience with mechanized cutting equipment preferred, including:
- Track torches
- Koike plate tracking torches
Blueprint Reading & Math
- Strong ability to read and interpret complex 2D and 3D blueprints and specifications
- Capable of performing basic math:
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
- Familiar with fabrication and piping terminology, including:
- O.D., I.D., circumference, radius, chord, strap
Rigging & Signaling
- Working knowledge of basic rigging practices to safely move:
- Heavy materials and sub-assemblies
- Experience working with:
- Overhead cranes, lulls, and chain hoists
- Understanding of proper signaling and safe material handling practices
Physical & Safety Requirements
- Must possess strength, stamina, manual dexterity, and good eyesight
- Ability to work in various positions, including:
- Standing for extended periods
- Confined or cramped spaces
- Overhead work
- Ladders and scaffolding
- Elevated work while tied off and wearing a harness
- Strong commitment to safety protocols and regulations
- Safety glasses must be worn at all times
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $27