Fitter

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k)

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability

Work-Life support

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Fitter to assemble metal components in an indoor shop. You will read blueprints, lay out parts, and perform tack welds with GMAW equipment, contributing to safe, quality production.

This role requires 1–3 years fitting experience, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and willingness to operate overhead cranes while following PPE standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
• 1–3 years experience fitting in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Proficiency with GMAW welding equipment for tack welds.
• Ability to use common manufacturing math.
• Acceptable attendance and prior employment record.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes (prior experience preferred).
• Read weld symbols and understand blueprints.
• Accurately read a tape measure, level, square, and angle finder.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Positive communication and interaction with coworkers.
• Passion, integrity, and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Fit and layout components of large steel interstate sign structures.
• Tack weld using GMAW equipment.
• Read, complete, and maintain labor reporting system, standard shop forms, and blueprints.
• Use grinders, buffers, stone grinders, and drills to prep material for fitting and tacking.
• Operate overhead cranes to move and hold material in place.
• Follow written procedures and specifications.
• Maintain safe, productive work environment and ensure quality production.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math calculations

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Overhead crane experience

Tape measure reading

Quality focus

Attendance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GMAW welding equipment

Overhead crane operation

Tape measure

Level/angle finder

Job description

4200 Jefferson Ave SW Birmingham Alabama 35221

Position Overview

The Fitter position is an individual contributor responsible for fitting metal and/or aluminum components together to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders.

Essential Functions

• Fit and layout components of large steel interstate sign structures.
• Work with steel pipe and other steel shapes and measure on radiused surfaces.
• Follow fit and layout instructions described in detailed drawings.
• Perform tack welding of material into place using GMAW welding equipment.
• Read, complete, and maintain labor reporting system, standard shop forms, and blueprints.
• Follow written procedures and specifications.
• Use motorized grinders, buffers, stone grinders, and drills to clean and prep material for fitting and tacking.
• Operate overhead cranes to move and hold material in place.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.
• Maintain a safe and productive work environment, ensuring quality and timely production.

Important Details about the Role

The employee is responsible for own work and must collaborate with other employees to complete jobs. Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty. This position reports to the Production Supervisor and has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, total manufacturing expenses, and customer satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.
• 1–3 years experience fitting in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Proficiency with GMAW welding equipment for tack welds.
• Ability to use common manufacturing math.
• Acceptable attendance and prior employment record.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes (prior experience preferred).
• Read weld symbols and understand blueprints.
• Accurately read a tape measure, level, square, and angle finder.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Positive communication and interaction with coworkers.
• Passion, integrity, and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions completely and accurately.
• High awareness for safety at all times.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fraction conversion).
• Reading and comprehension of routings and blueprints.
• Use of tape measure and computer for entering production data, time keeping, and interfacing with machines.
• Ability to work in an indoor shop environment with temperature ranges from 100°F in the summer to about 50°F in the winter.
• Tolerance for exposure to wind, cold, heat, dust, fumes, noise, vibration, water, or oil.
• Use of safety glasses, hearing protection, and metatarsal safety shoes at all times.
• Ability to remain on feet for entire work shift within the shop environment.

Working Conditions & Physical Efforts

All work is performed in an indoor shop environment. Conditions may include temperature extremes, exposure to electrical hazards, grease, loud noises, and outside elements. The employee must use the required personal protective equipment (PPE) for all work in the production facility.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short‑term and long‑term disability including maternity leave
• Work‑Life Support
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs such as tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one‑on‑one health coaching, mortgage services, and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [e-mail].