Welder,Layout Fitter

POSITION SUMMARY:  The fitter/Layout will be responsible for the lay out and fit of fabricated structural forms such as machinery frames, tanks and furnace shells.

KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lay out and Assembly of steel components
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding
• Sets up equipment and tack weld parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, or gas welding equipment
• Repairs products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas  
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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• Must be able to lift 60 lbs. regularly
• Work at heights
• Work in hot/cold environments
• Walk/stand for long periods
• Climb ladders
• Reaching, lifting and bending 
• REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
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• Proven experience as a layout/fitter: 5-10 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as fabrication drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization occurs

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

• Previous experience in heavy manufacturing
• Ability to read blue prints

• Ability to multi-task

• Teamwork and communication EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma/GED

• One-year certificate from college or technical school preferred