Mechanical Fitter - Piedmont (P3)

Vertiv Corporation; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Corporation in Pelzer, SC is seeking a Mechanical Fitter who safely prepares and assembles mechanical components from intake to shipment. The role requires reading blueprints, using hand tools and torque wrenches, and operating forklifts and overhead cranes to move heavy materials.

You will collaborate with team members to meet daily production targets, document corrective actions, and participate in basic maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Prior experience using hand tools and operating forklifts.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive, solutions-focused attitude in support of plant goals for reliability, safety, integrity, quality, and overall performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to assemble mechanical components using hand tools, torque wrenches, and other equipment.
• Utilize forklifts, overhead cranes, and material handling equipment to transport components within the facility.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting to identify and address issues during assembly and ensure proper documentation of corrective actions.
• Collaborate with team members to solve production challenges and meet daily targets.
• Assist with basic maintenance tasks and support engineering or electrical teams when needed.
• Maintain accurate production records, including parts assembled and quantities completed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety-focused

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or Technical Certification in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field

Tools

Hand tools

Torque wrenches

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Job description

The Mechanical Fitter is responsible for safely and effectively preparing and assembling mechanical components from intake to shipment. The ideal candidate will have experience reading blueprints, working with various hand and power tools, operating forklifts to move large material, and using overhead cranes within a manufacturing or assembly environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a positive, solutions-focused, and productive attitude in support of plant goals for reliability, safety, integrity, quality, and overall performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to assemble mechanical components using hand tools, torque wrenches, and other equipment.
• Utilize forklifts, overhead cranes, and material handling equipment to transport components within the facility.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting to identify and address issues during assembly and ensure proper documentation of corrective actions.
• Collaborate with team members to solve production challenges and meet daily targets.
• Assist with basic maintenance tasks and support engineering or electrical teams when needed.
• Maintain accurate production records, including parts assembled and quantities completed.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Prior experience using hand tools and operating forklifts
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and safe work practices

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree or Technical Certification in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience or prior certification in operating overhead cranes
• Familiarity with mechanical fitting in a manufacturing or industrial environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to routinely lift 50+ lbs and transport objects as needed
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks including bending, twisting, squatting, and climbing
• Manual dexterity to operate hand tools and mechanical equipment

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments where temperatures may exceed 100°F or fall below 32°F, including exposure to environmental elements

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED

None