Fitter - Structural Pipe / Heavy Fabrication - Day Shift

North Shore Steel; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

North Shore Steel is seeking an experienced Structural Pipe Fitter for day shift, supporting fit-up and assembly of structural pipe and pressure vessel components in line with AWS and ASME codes. You will ensure proper joint preparation, alignment, and dimensional accuracy before welding.

The role requires focus, consistency, and attention to detail in a dayshift (6 AM – 6 PM) environment with collaboration across welders and quality control to deliver code-compliant results.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a pipe fitter or structural fitter in an industrial setting.
• Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols.
• Attention to fit-up tolerances and alignment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols.
• Measure, cut, and prepare materials to specifications.
• Perform precision fit-up for weld joints.
• Use grinders, torches, levels, and measuring tools.
• Verify dimensions, tolerances, and alignment before welding.
• Collaborate with welders and Quality to ensure code-compliant results.
• Identify and correct fit-up issues before welding.
• Maintain tools and workspace in safe, organized condition and clean.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Weld symbols

Measuring tools

Independent teamwork

Tools

Grinders

Torches

Levels

Measuring devices

Job description

Job Description

North Shore Steel & Affiliates are trusted, industry-leading metals service centers with more than 65 years of experience supporting customers across the Gulf Coast and nationwide. With locations in Houston and Beaumont, we provide a full range of structural steel products and value-added processing services, cutting, machining, forming, rolling, and fabrication, helping customers across construction, energy, industrial, and OEM sectors move faster and build with confidence. Our legacy is rooted in reliability, craftsmanship, and long-term relationships.

At North Shore Steel, our Core Values guide how we work and lead: Be Safe Always, Provide Great Service, Do the Right Thing, Take the Initiative, and Maximize Your Potential. If these values resonate with you and you’re looking for a place where you can contribute, grow, and be part of a team that supports one another, we invite you to join our team.

Structural Pipe Fitter / Heavy Fabrication

Day Shift (6 AM – 6 PM)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced structural pipe Fitter to support fit-up and assembly of structural pipe and pressure vessel components in accordance with AWS and ASME code requirements. This role is critical to ensuring proper joint preparation, alignment, and dimensional accuracy prior to welding.

This is a Dayshift role (6 AM – 6 PM) requiring focus, consistency, and attention to detail.

Key responsibilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols
• Measure, cut, and prepare materials to required specifications
• Perform precision fit-up for weld joints, including proper gap, bevel, and alignment
• Use tools such as grinders, torches, levels, and measuring devices
• Verify dimensions, tolerances, and alignment prior to welding
• Collaborate with welders and Quality to ensure code-compliant results
• Identify and correct fit-up issues before welding begins
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe, working condition
• Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience as a pipe fitter or structural fitter in an industrial environment
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols
• Understanding of fit-up tolerances, joint preparation, and alignment
• Experience working with pipe, plate, or structural steel components
• Ability to use measuring tools accurately (tape, level, square, etc.)
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a production environment

Preferred Experience (Strongly Valued)

• Experience in pipe fabrication or pressure vessel environments
• Familiarity with AWS or ASME codes
• Prior experience supporting NDE-quality welding operations
• Ability to perform basic tack welding (GMAW, FCAW)
• GMAW and FCAW welding processes

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently on a routine basis and handle materials safely as part of daily job duties.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and maintain safe body positioning while performing tasks and moving through the work area, including walking on concrete floors and uneven surfaces.
• Frequent squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting, requiring full-body mobility, balance, and upper- and lower-body strength to perform work safely.
• Manual agility to operate tools safely and effectively, with regular use of arms, shoulders, and back for lifting, reaching, and positioning tasks.
• Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Maintain adequate visual and auditory acuity to safely perform assigned tasks, including but not limited to: identifying potential hazards, reading and/or recording measurements, inspecting materials, and responding promptly to verbal instructions, alarms or hand signals in the work environment

Pre-Employment Requirements:

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