Fitter - 2nd shift

Paylocity; Azle, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity in Texas is seeking a skilled fitter to set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment, fabricating and assembling metal to exact specifications.

Candidates should read blueprints, perform MIG and flux-core welds, and work with overhead cranes and power tools. The role requires physical stamina, ability to lift up to 45 pounds, and commitment to safety in a fast-paced environment.

Join a team-focused shop culture with overtime as needed and opportunities to advance as processes improve.

Qualifications

• 2 years plus experience in metal fabrication/fitting.
• Strong capacity for teamwork.
• MIG and Flux-core experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Demonstrate initiative and autonomy.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment.
• Fabricate and assemble metal using welders, cutters, shapers, and measuring tools according to specifications.
• Repair and maintain metal equipment and structures of various sizes.
• Read and interpret blueprints using tolerances and weld symbols.
• Operate overhead cranes and related rigging techniques.
• Follow all safety rules and work at a high production rate.

Skills

MIG welding

Flux-core welding

Blueprint reading

Overhead crane operation

Teamwork

Communication

Initiative and autonomy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

As a Fitter you will set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment. Fabricate and assemble metal using welders, cutters, shapers, and measuring tools according to specifications. You will repair and maintain metal equipment and structures of various sizes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Required to complete AWS certification 3G test using (FCAW) Flux Core – Mig
• Welding 1/8 to unlimited thickness.
• Ability to read blueprints using GIT tolerances and AWS weld symbols.
• Must be able to operate overhead cranes using proper rigging techniques, forklifts and drill presses of all types.
• Have general understanding of AWS requirements for weld sizes, multiply passes, pre-heating, inner pass temperatures, partial and full penetration welds.
• Must be able to use oxy fuel torches and burn structural members up to 1” thick.
• Must have own tools: Welding Hood, Welding Gloves, Framing Square, Torpedo
• Level, 25’ Tape, Ball Peen Hammer, Center Punch, and Side Cut Style Plyers.
• Follow all company safety rules and procedures. Capable of working in a safe and productive manner.
• Capable of lifting 45 pounds in a safe manner.
• Work in a safe manner at a high production rate
• Able to level and square parts while tacking into place
• Rigging and hoisting with overhead crane
• Fix and rewire welding machines (wire rolls weigh 40lbs)
• Lift and hold 50lbs and be able to set it down gently
• Stand for 8-10 hours
• Climb up and down equipment to fit parts or to weld parts sometimes one handed
• MIG weld: dual shield flux core 0.45 (95%) hard wire 0.35 (5%)
• Be able to read and interpret blueprints

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years plus experience in metal fabrication/fitting (not pipe fence)
• Strong capacity for teamwork
• MIG and Flux-core experience
• Good communication skills
• Demonstrate initiative and autonomy
• High School Diploma or GED

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead.

Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.

Must be able to see details at close range.

Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking,

stooping, and carrying materials.

Able to work required overtime

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