Fitter - 2nd Shift

Veritas Steel LLC; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety gear provided

Job summary

Veritas Steel LLC in Palatka, FL is seeking a Fitter for the 2nd shift. The role starts at 19.45 USD per hour with a 48-hour work week and a schedule from Monday 5 PM to Thursday 5 AM. Fitters perform grinding, fitting, and related tasks while ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced steel fabrication environment.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, operate with high attention to detail, and collaborate with teammates to meet production goals. Training on first shift is provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Must read metric tapes.
• Flexible to work with others and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Drill, install high-strength bolts, and grind steel components.
• Produce fillet and groove welds using SMAW, SAW, FCAW processes.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Assist with fitting operations and related tasks.

Skills

Read metric tapes

Team player

Adapt to priorities

English literacy

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Fitter - 2nd Shift

Full Time Manual Labor Palatka, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3648

2nd Shift starting at $19.45!

48 Hour Work Week

Monday-Thursday 5 PM- 5 AM

Double Time After 50 hrs Worked!

*Train on 1st Shift Monday thru Friday(5am-4:30pm)

At Veritas Steel, we’re leading the way in the bridge fabrication industry and want you to join our team! We look for people who are committed to working safely by performing their job to the best of their ability, as well as people who enjoy fun and hard work. Ready to leave your legacy? J oin the Veritas Steel team today!

Fitters employed at Veritas Steel's Palatka location are responsible for performing all fitting operations, primarily including grinding operations; along with repairs and miscellaneous tasks assigned. They must be able to meet high production demands promptly and complete high-quality work with expertise. Fitters must also adhere to company policies to ensure a safe working environment.

• By using proper safety, building some of the most iconic bridge projects in America
• Work alongside and learn from some of the most skilled steel fitters in the country
• Drill, install high-strength bolts, and grind steel components
• Produce fillet and groove welds using the SMAW, SAW, and FCAW processes
• Maintain a clean, organized work area
• Read and interpret blueprints

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• High School diploma or GED
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
• Need to be able to read metric tapes
• Flexibility is necessary to work with others in a variety of circumstances and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods
• Must be able to work with a wide variety of individuals in the workplace
• Employee must be able to adapt to changing work priorities, communicate with diverse groups, meet deadlines and schedules, work as part of a team, and work with constant interruptions during the workday
• Employee must be able to deal effectively with times pressures, long hours, rapidly changing priorities, and stress

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift 40 pounds and carry 30 pounds
• Must be able to push /move objects up to 50 pounds of force
• Pulling requirements up to 122 pounds of force
• Necessary to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel up to 99% of the shift
• Must have a good range of motion when reaching forward, shoulder to overhead, and bending
• Agile fingers and thumbs on both hands

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed indoors in a large warehouse or outside in all weather conditions
• There is regular exposure to dirt, dust, paint fumes, noise, moving equipment, heavy steel & other possible hazardous conditions
• Safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel-toed boots are required; a respirator is required for specific operations