Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
The Fitter will assemble, configure, install, and fit various fabricated steel products in accordance with the blueprints and detail drawings.
Duties / Responsibilities
- Plan details of work order procedures; gather required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job.
- Consults blueprints, work orders, schematics, or instructions; creates working procedure based on specifications.
- Gathers equipment and materials for the job.
- Welds, cuts, bends, threads, solders, and fits materials.
- Repair and fabricate various items and equipment using cutting, burning, and welding techniques and equipment
- Monitor the welding, burning, and fitting process to ensure parts are not overheated or damaged by warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage
- Prepare, assemble, and tack weld parts and surfaces to be welded
- Maintain, organize, and clean equipment and the work area
- Notify supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills / Abilities
- Ability to read schematics and blueprints (Required)
- Ability to use a variety of tools, which may include blowtorches, saws, grinders, and welding torches.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Education and Experience :
Education and Experience
Completion of a formal apprenticeship OR successful completion of an in-company, three-year training program required.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods standing and stretching to install and repair pipes and pipe fittings.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must possess visual acuity required to inspect piping systems and read plans or blueprints.
5 days ago