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, materials daily.
• Conduct exact measurements, layout, and fitting tasks per drawings/diagrams in accordance with Southlands procedures.
• Provide visual quality assurance.
• Complete any relevant specific job duties as required by immediate supervision.
• Operate punches, grinders, drills, saws, oxy-fuel torches, plasma cutters, and other basic equipment & hand tools.
• Cut, drill, bevel and grind subparts as required to perform a quality end-product.
• Perform welding prep (grinding, beveling, etc.) as required.
• Move and/or organize material as needed to support fitting tasks.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workstation.
• Install temporary bracing as required to prevent distortion during the welding process.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic shop mathematics.
• Experience in heavy structural fitting and fabrication.
• Proficient in reading and understanding blueprints, shop drawings and welding symbols.
• 1-2 years Structural Steel fitting experience.

Safety Requirements:

Adhere to all Southland Steel Fabricators, Inc. Safety Rules, Policies, and ProceduresMaintain orderly and clean work area.

Attending all required safety meetings.

Inspect the tools and equipment prior to work each day to ensure they are free of defects.

Always use hand and power tools safely with correct guards in place.

Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with policy and adequate for specific tasks.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

To do the job, the following physical requirements are necessary: Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Ability to occasionally pull, push, carry, or lift tools, equipment, or materials 50 lbs. or less.

Ability to withstand occasional bending, squatting, or crouching.

Ability to frequently handle (hold, seize, grasp, turn, etc.) tools, equipment, or material.

Ability to work in inclement weather conditions, including cold, heat, and humidity. Join our dedicated team at Grid Structures and play a vital role in the successful completion of projects for the electric utility industry. Apply today and be part of our commitment to delivering exceptional steel fabrication services to the electric utility sector across the nation. We offer a competitive salary and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K). Southland Steel is an EEO employer. Southland Steel is a drug-free workplace. Position requires pre-employment screens.