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Brask, Inc. - IEE
Fitter
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
An Iron or Steel Worker installs iron or steel beams, girders or columns that create the structural frame for tall buildings, bridges or other large structures.
$59,987 / year median in Louisiana
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Reports To:
Weld Shop Foreman Basic Functions:
Under the guidance of the Welding Shop Foreman, the fitter/welder fabricates and repairs shells And tube heat exchangers using burning, fitting and welding proceduresJob Roles and Responsibilities:
- Interprets drawings and specifications to determine best sequence of fabrication
- Welds carbon steel and stainless-steel components using weld procedures
- Fit-up ANSI flanges to pipe, forged flanges to shells and profile nozzles to match required shell.
- Lay-out nozzles and other sub assembly location in shell components
- Burns and grinds nozzle cutouts in shell to meet engineering tolerances
- Uses flame cutting torch, carbon arc gouging, plasma arc, portable grinders and other tools.
- Uses overhead cranes, jib cranes and other lifting/ rigging devices to move components in a safe manner.
- Uses STICK (SMAW) and TIG (GTAW) welding processes
- Completing jobs based on standard shop procedures
- Conforms to shop quality practices and procedures
- Checks fit-ups of other welders using appropriate tools
- Conforms to safety requirements of the shop
- Works productively with others to help determine best solutions
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Knowledge- High school diploma or equivalent experience; sufficient knowledge of fitting/weld procedures, comprehension & application of algebra and geometry Skills
- Blueprint reading, read and write the English language & ability to pass ASME welding test. Job shop/field fabrication required Working Conditions
- Cold, heat, dirty, dusty, noisy, must lift 60lbs, must be able to bend, lift, push, pull, climb, squat, crawl and stand for prolonged periods of time Authorized to work in the U.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$22.00- $28.