Fitter

Schuff Steel; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Schuff Steel in Humble, TX is seeking a skilled Fitter to read blueprints and fit structural components for complex projects in commercial, bridge, and industrial sectors.

You will layout, assemble, tack weld, and verify connections, ensure materials match drawings, and maintain a clean, safe work area. A strong safety mindset is essential.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive health insurance, with opportunities for professional growth in a world-class manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, and/or 12 months experience; fitter test required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and plans.
• Knowledge of hand tools and equipment.
• Ability to calculate figures and geometry.

Responsibilities

• Receives instructions, prints, sketches, and work orders.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and plans the fitting operation.
• Directs and assists in handling and assembling material per detail drawings.
• Lays out work lines or fits up jigs; checks and marks connections.
• Cleans up material by grinding or chipping.
• Burns and tack welds for assembly; maneuvers material as required.
• Spot paints for identification marks.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area; follow safety rules.
• Perform other routine duties per management direction.
• Must adhere to PPE requirements.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Reading plans

Math & geometry

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

12 months experience

Fitter test

Tools

Hand tools and equipment

Job description

Employee Value Proposition

Working for a world-class leader in building structures and bridges, a Schuff Steel Fitter brings his/her expertise and knowledge in steel and/or bridge fabrication to build some of the most complex and high profile projects in the commercial building, bridge, and industrial sectors. Critical to the production process this position assembles and fits drawing dimensions of the various structural, plate, and mechanical materials. The production fitter utilizes a high degree of proficiency while utilizing full skills of the trade including knowledge of blueprints and common heat reactions of structural metals. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily.

• In return, the Company will offer competitive market-based compensation and comprehensive health insurance benefits.

We are committed to professional development and growing our business. We are looking for a professional with a growth mindset who desires a progressive long-term career.

Core Responsibilities

• Receives instructions, prints, sketches, and work orders.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and plans the fitting operation.
• Directs and assists in handling and spreading of material, assembling material into required relationships according to detail drawings; handling and placing detail material in assembly, placing bolts, drift pins and other fastening deceives in proper locations.
• Lays out work lines or fits up jigs for positioning material when required; checks, squares, and scribes all detail connections.
• Responsible for work conforming to drawings and notes thereon.
• Cleans up material by grinding or chipping.
• Burns and tack welds for assembly purposes. Burns, copes and bevels and straightens material. Does minor layout.
• Spot paints for identification marks.
• Maintain clean and organized work area.
• Perform other routine duties per management direction.
• Must adhere to and follow all safety rules and PPE requirements.

Education / Training – Work Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and/or 12 months experience. Must pass fitter test.

Specialized Knowledge – Certificates & Licenses

• Equipment Knowledge & Skills – variety of hand tools and equipment
• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. All applications are necessary to adequately perform required tasks.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

DBM Global including its U.S. subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an affirmative action plan.