Structural Fitter

Openwork; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

PTO/Vacation

Long-Term Disability

Life insurance

Weekly pay

Job summary

Openwork is hiring a Structural Fitter in Houston, TX. The candidate will read blueprints, fit structural steel, tack-weld, and safely operate fabrication equipment in a fast-paced shop. Experience with GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW is preferred, and a strong focus on quality and safety is required.

We offer a structured first shift with a competitive hourly wage, weekly pay, and benefits upon permanent hire. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with trade school preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–7 years of structural fitting and/or welding experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, engineering drawings, and weld symbols.
• Knowledge of tack-welding procedures.
• Experience with welding and cutting tools.
• Experience operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and jib cranes.
• High school diploma or equivalent; trade school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fit and fabricate structural steel according to blueprints and drawings.
• Identify, measure, lay out, cut, prepare, deburr, align, and fit materials.
• Clamp, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind, or bolt components into position.
• Perform fitting and welding using GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW processes.
• Read weld symbols, job travelers, and fabrication specifications.
• Inspect completed work for defects and verify specifications.
• Monitor fitting, burning, and welding to prevent warping or distortion.
• Operate welding torches, cutting equipment, jigs, fixtures, and fabrication tools.
• Move materials using forklifts, cranes, and hoists; follow PPE and safety procedures.
• Report defective materials or equipment and maintain tools.

Skills

Structural fitting

Welding

Blueprint reading

Reading weld symbols

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school or Vo-Tech training

Tools

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Jib cranes

Welding tools & equipment

Cutting tools

Job description

Now Hiring: Structural Fitter

Location: Houston, TX 77064

Pay: $20.00–$23.00 per hour | Up to $28.00 per hour for experienced Welder-Fitters | Weekly Pay

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Employment Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

Build Your Career in Structural Fabrication

Openwork is seeking an experienced Structural Fitter to join a fast-paced manufacturing and fabrication facility in Houston, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled fitter who can read blueprints, fit structural steel, perform tack welding, and safely operate fabrication equipment.

Candidates with strong structural fitting and welding experience may qualify for pay up to $28.00 per hour, depending on experience.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Fit and fabricate structural steel according to blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Identify, measure, lay out, cut, prepare, deburr, align, and fit materials.
• Clamp, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind, or bolt components into position.
• Perform fitting and welding using approved procedures, including GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW.
• Read weld symbols, job travelers, and fabrication specifications.
• Inspect completed work for defects and verify specifications.
• Monitor fitting, burning, and welding to prevent warping or material distortion.
• Use welding torches, cutting equipment, jigs, fixtures, and fabrication tools.
• Move materials and components using forklifts, overhead cranes, and jib cranes.
• Follow material traceability, PPE, and company safety procedures.
• Maintain required tools and report defective materials or equipment.

What We're Looking For:

• 2–7 years of structural fitting and/or welding experience.
• Strong structural steel fitting and fabrication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and weld symbols.
• Knowledge of proper tack-welding procedures.
• Experience with welding and cutting tools and equipment.
• Experience safely operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and jib cranes.
• Ability to work effectively with helpers and other fabrication team members.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Trade school or Vo-Tech training preferred.
• Certified Welder is a plus.
• Strong safety awareness, quality focus, and dependable work habits.

Work Environment:

• Climate-controlled manufacturing facility.
• Moderate noise levels within OSHA limits.
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, communicate, and remain active throughout an 8-hour shift.
• Required PPE must be worn when performing welding and fabrication work.

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• PTO/Vacation.
• Long-Term Disability.
• Life insurance.

Why Join Openwork?

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Weekly pay.
• Consistent first-shift schedule.
• Opportunity for long-term career growth.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

About Openwork

Openwork has more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with leading employers. We are committed to helping people find meaningful work and build rewarding careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)