Fitter/Fabricator

Signal Metal Industries; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision

Paid holidays

Free parking

Job summary

Signal Metal Industries in Irving, TX is seeking experienced Heavy Plate Fitters/Fabricators to lay out, fit, and assemble large welded steel components using blueprints and shop drawings. This is a day shift (Mon-Thu 4x10s) with overtime on Fridays.

Role emphasizes heavy plate fitting, layout, and FCAW tack welding in a heavy fabrication environment. This is primarily a fitting position; welding duties are limited to when needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years heavy plate fitting or heavy fabrication experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and layout skills.
• Experience fitting large weldments or heavy steel plate assemblies.
• FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) experience required.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs in a fabrication shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Position, align, fit, and assemble heavy steel plate components and large weldments using blueprints, shop drawings, and layout specifications.
• Read engineering drawings, bills of material, and work orders to determine fit‑up sequence and requirements.
• Lay out, measure, and mark materials, accounting for thickness, shrinkage, and fabrication tolerances.
• Move and position large components using overhead cranes, hoists, and shop equipment.
• Fit parts using clamps, jacks, wedges, pins, and other fabrication tools.
• Verify fit‑up and dimensions using tape measures, squares, levels, and layout tools.
• Tack weld assemblies to secure parts prior to final welding.
• Perform FCAW welding during fit‑up and fabrication as needed.
• Straighten and adjust heavy components using torches, presses, and fabrication methods.
• Build simple fixtures or aids to support accurate fit‑up when required.
• Work with supervisors and team members to maintain production flow and quality.

Skills

Heavy plate fitting

Blueprint reading

Welding FCAW

Heavy fabrication

Overhead crane

Forklift

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Job Details

Location: SIGNAL METAL - IRVING, TX 75061.

Position Type: Full Time.

Hourly Salary: $24.00 - $28.00.

Shift: Day shift (Monday - Thursday 4x10s), Overtime on Friday.

Signal Metal Industries is a well‑established steel fabrication and machining company with more than 50 years of experience manufacturing large steel products for customers throughout the United States. We perform both custom job shop and production manufacturing for a variety of heavy industries.

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Plate Fitters/Fabricators to accurately lay out, fit, and assemble large welded steel components using blueprints, fabrication drawings, and shop specifications.

This role requires strong experience in heavy plate fitting, layout, and FCAW tack welding during fit‑up in a heavy fabrication environment.

This is primarily a fitting position, not a welding role. If you are interested in welding, complete our welder application instead.

This position is a Full‑time Direct Hire located in Irving, Texas.

Assessment Requirements

All candidates must successfully complete a hands‑on fitting and welding assessment at our Irving, TX facility. You will need a welding hood, heavy welding gloves, long sleeves, welding pliers (Welpers), cotton work clothes, and steel‑toe boots.

• Welding Assessment (FCAW Dual Shield)
  1. 1/16″ flux‑cored wire
  2. 10″ T‑joint plate
  3. 3/8″ material thickness
• Positions:
  1. 3/8″ material – 3F vertical uphill weld
  2. 5/8″ material – 2F weld

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Position, align, fit, and assemble heavy steel plate components and large weldments using blueprints, shop drawings, and layout specifications.
• Read engineering drawings, bills of material, and work orders to determine fit‑up sequence and requirements.
• Lay out, measure, and mark materials, accounting for thickness, shrinkage, and fabrication tolerances.
• Move and position large components using overhead cranes, hoists, and shop equipment.
• Fit parts using clamps, jacks, wedges, pins, and other fabrication tools.
• Verify fit‑up and dimensions using tape measures, squares, levels, and layout tools.
• Tack weld assemblies to secure parts prior to final welding.
• Perform FCAW welding during fit‑up and fabrication as needed.
• Straighten and adjust heavy components using torches, presses, and fabrication methods.
• Build simple fixtures or aids to support accurate fit‑up when required.
• Work with supervisors and team members to maintain production flow and quality.
• Maintain a safe and organized fabrication environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years heavy plate fitting or heavy fabrication experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and layout skills.
• Experience fitting large weldments or heavy steel plate assemblies.
• FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding) experience required.
• Experience working with thick steel plate and heavy industrial components.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs in a fabrication shop environment.
• Heavy industrial fabrication (mining, steel mill, material handling, heavy equipment).
• Multi‑pass FCAW welding experience.
• Overhead crane and forklift experience.
• Experience with tight‑tolerance fit‑up on large weldments.

BENEFITS

We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive wage offering and benefits package includes a safe‑harbor matching 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision insurance, Health Savings Account, voluntary life benefits, paid company holidays, free parking, snack and beverage machines available, job training programs, and paid vacations.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre‑employment drug screen. Drug‑free workplace. We participate in E‑Verify. No agencies or recruiters without a signed contract.