Fabrication Technician

Eastern-Industrial-Supplies,-Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern-Industrial-Supplies,-Inc. in Augusta, GA is seeking a Fabrication Technician to fabricate steel and composite lined pipe and assemble valves as ordered, with shipping preparation at our EPIC division.

You will read schematics, set up machines, measure parts, and assist with trouble shooting at customer sites. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent.
• Operate basic machines and power tools; know machine design, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to keep hand and arm steady while moving or in a fixed position.
• Quickly and repeatedly adjust tool or machine controls to exact positions.
• See details at close range (within a few feet).
• Fine motor skills to manipulate or assemble objects.
• Basic arithmetic; measure lengths/diameters.
• Learn Eclipse software; use PC apps, tablets, RF guns and related tech.

Responsibilities

• Print and plan daily work based on needs from Work Orders and transfer orders.
• Move and position lined pipe onto machines; create flanges as required.
• Load and position pipe onto saws or machines for cutting threads and length.
• Measure pieces to verify conformance and inspect for defects.
• Set stops, clamps and dies; adjust components to produce required pieces.
• Tag completed pipe, add endcaps, and touch up with paint for a neat finish.
• Move product to staging area for shipping; load shipments and use common carriers when needed.
• Read schematic drawings/diagrams/blueprints to determine materials and assembly instructions.
• Assemble electrical or electronic components, units, subassemblies, wiring, or casings and valves.
• Occasionally travel to customer locations to troubleshoot and repair valves.
• Order valves and parts to maintain inventory within limits.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Arm-Hand Steadiness

Control Precision

Near Vision

Manual Dexterity

Mathematical Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent

Tools

Eclipse software

Job description

We are a premier, full-line distributor of pipe, valves, fittings (PVF), commercial plumbing products, engineered instrumentation & controls, and corrosive resistant piping. With over 45 years of industry success, we operate 20 branch locations across the Southeast U.S. We connect our customers with top-tier brands helping them to reach their objectives.

At Eastern, we do more than sell industrial products. We are a purpose-driven organization that starts with honoring God in all we do by truly caring for people. Our culture is built on a simple vision: Enjoy Today, Embrace Tomorrow, and Enhance PVF. If you want a career where you are valued as a person-not just an employee-you belong here.

About the role

As a Fabrication Technician, you will play a valuable role in fabricating steel and composite lined pipe and assembling automated and manual valves as ordered. You will also prepare for and arrange shipping as required at our EPIC division.

What you'll do

• Print out Work Orders, transfer orders, and plan the work each day based on needs.
• Move and position lined pipe onto machine and create the flange as required.
• Load and position pipe onto saws or machine for cutting specified threads and length.
• Measure completed pieces to verify conformance to order specifications and examine workpieces for defects.
• Set stops, clamps, and other parts of machine beds, change dies, and adjust components, as needed to make the required pieces.
• Tag completed pipe, add endcaps, and touch up any areas with appropriate paint for a professional and neat finish.
• Move product to designated staging area for shipping.
• Separate fabricated material to shipping points. Load outgoing Fabrication shipments onto trucks as needed and ship orders on common carriers if necessary. Ensure all tagged material is double checked before shipment.
• Fill out motor freight bills for shipment and input the PRO numbers into the Eclipse system for each Fabrication ticket at the header location.
• Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.
• Assemble electrical or electronic components, units, subassemblies, wiring, or assembly casings, and valves.
• Occasionally travel to customer locations to trouble shoot and repair inoperable valves.
• Order valves and other necessary parts as needed to keep inventory within acceptable limits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll get

• Competitive Pay & Comprehensive Benefits: We offer competitive salaries and a range of great benefits including medical, dental, short term disability (paid for by the company) and a 401(k) plan with immediate employer match.
• Paid Time Off : Eastern offers paid holidays and a bank of Paid Time Off (PTO) hours. This allows for a healthy work-life balance and to take the time you need to rest, relax, and rejuvenate.
• Eastern Cares Mission Days: As an employee, you can participate in PAID mission days, where you can engage in meaningful volunteer work and contribute to causes that matter to you.
• Growth and Development: You can develop your skills and advance in your career through training programs, mentorship opportunities, and internal promotions.
• Positive Company Culture: As a family-owned and operated business, the sense of being part of a family extends to all associates. You will be part of a supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions are recognized and appreciated.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent.
• Mechanical Skills: Ability to operate basic machines and power tools and a knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Control Precision - The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a tool or machine to exact positions.
• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to accurately measure lengths and diameters.
• Computer Skills: Ability to learn the use of Eclipse software. Ability to use personal computer using software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and video conferencing software. Ability to learn to use tablets, RF guns, and other simple technology that may be used in performance of job.