Structural Fitter - Fabrication Shop

Company: Udelhoven Oilfield System Services
Skills: Fabrication, Fitter / Turner
Education: High School/Secondary
Location: Floresville, Texas, United States

In order to apply for this position, applicants MUST meet the following criteria. If your resume does not match these criteria, you will not be able to apply for this position.

Authorized to work in: US

Structural Fitter - Fabrication Shop

The Structural Fitter assembles structural framework, components and materials such as angle iron, I-beams and other steel components that meets recognized standards and customer expectations by maintaining quality procedures.

Fundamental Functions:

• Lay out, position, align and fit together fabricated parts of structural metal products according to blueprint and layout specifications
• Must pass all tack tests: GMAW (MIG), FACW (Flux Core), SMAW (Stick).
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by functioning and communicating in an effective manner with customers, coworkers, clients, and supervisors.
• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of area.
• Work in a safe and conscientious manner.
• Properly fit mill to bear stiffeners.
• Operate various pieces of grinding equipment for extended periods.
• Operate cutting and heating torches - ability to accurately perform simple heat corrections.
• With minimal assistance, check camber and sweep tolerances of girders and beams and be able to effectively make necessary corrections per pertinent codes and specifications.
• Tack weld in all positions using multiple welding processes.
• Grind parts, torque bolts and operate mechanical and manual cutting equipment.
• Produce a finished product that meets recognized standards, codes, and customer expectations by maintaining quality procedures and practices within the guidelines of AWS D1.5 fitting tolerances.
• Identify potential hazards and make necessary corrections.
• Read and interpret weld symbols on shop drawings and prints and apply information accordingly.

Requirements:

• Must own hand tools.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. All applications necessary to adequately perform required tasks.
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance with the ability to work overtime and weekends.
• Possess strong sense of urgency.
• Works independently and/or as a cooperative team player.
• Willingly takes direction from supervisory and lead personnel.
• Adhere to quality procedures and demonstrates strong safety awareness and prevention.
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Eligibility for employment is contingent upon passing a drug screening

Location: Floresville, Texas
Duration: 5 months
Payrate: $23-$28, depending on experience
Lodging: Provided