Fitter Welder

Chief-Buildings; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/time off

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term disability

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Financial wellness coaching

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays (8)

Education assistance

Job summary

Chief Buildings in Grand Island, NE is seeking a Fitter Welder to assemble steel components using GMAW, tack welding, and torch cutting. This full-time role requires layout, welding to spec, and adherence to safety and AWS standards.

The ideal candidate can read fabrication drawings, operate mobile equipment, and work with heavy parts in a controlled environment. Benefits include paid time off, health and life insurance, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical abilities including fractions and decimals.
• Ability to interpret fabrication drawings and data sheets.
• Proficient with hand tools and welding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble steel frames by layout, tack and final welding.
• Operate welding equipment and perform data entry for job records.
• Maintain safe, clean work area and comply with AWS standards.
• Capable of lifting and positioning heavy components.

Skills

Mathematical abilities

Independent worker

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measures

Squares

Protractors

Oxy/Acetylene torch

Cutting/Plasma torch

Grinding equipment

Job description

Chief Buildings Plant
Grand Island, NE 68803, USA

Description

Responsible for performing GMAW tack welding, torch cutting, and layout operations to assemble steel components for final welding. Additionally, the Fitter Welder will conduct GMAW welding processes on production materials in compliance with the required specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority. Prioritizes the well-being of colleagues and actively contributes to the safety program by collaborating, sharing ideas, and voicing concerns. Adheres to training guidelines, policies, and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Proactively identifies and addresses potential hazards.
• Ensure compliance with quality control standards and maintain required AWS certifications, including meeting or exceeding the 85% UT pass ratio.
• Assemble steel frames through layout, tack, and final welding, including lifting and positioning heavy components.
• Operate assigned equipment with full knowledge of its capabilities and applicable welding codes, handle machine setup and routine maintenance.
• Complete all job-related paperwork and data entry accurately and manage tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Capable of working in elevated temperatures while dressed in layered PPE
• Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment to safely and efficiently transport materials as required.
• Capable of working independently or as a team with minimum supervision.

Shift:

• 1st Shift - 6:00am - 4:30pm
• 2nd Shift - 4:30pm 3:00am

Education:

• High School Diploma, or GED, preferred.

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

ABrandof Chief Industries,Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of metal buildings including multi-story offices, churches and schools, as well as buildings for retail businesses and industrial use since 1966. Every building is customized to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Nebraska, Indiana, and South Carolina.

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/time off
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Education assistance
• And much more.

Qualifications

Experience

Preferred

Strong mathematical abilities, including working with fractions and decimals.

Skilled in interpreting fabrication drawings and data sheets for accurate assembly.

Proficient in using hand tools such as tape measures, squares, protractors, oxy/Acetylene, cutting/plasma torch, and grinding equipment.

Knowledge of welding techniques and metal fabrication.

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