Structural Fitter

Module X Solutions LLC; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Module X Solutions LLC in Shreveport, LA is seeking a skilled welder/fitter to fabricate structural components based on blueprints and layout specifications. The role emphasizes precision and teamwork in a fabrication shop.

The position requires 3+ years welding/fitting experience, a Highschool diploma or GED, and crane experience. Hours are Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM with initial day-shift training and a $2/hour differential after transition.

Qualifications

• 3+ years welding/fitting experience.
• Education: Highschool diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Related experience includes crane operation and fast-paced fabrication.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.
• Verify conformance of work pieces to specifications using squares, rulers and measuring tapes.
• Move parts into position with cranes and hoists as needed.
• Set up and operate fabricating devices to bend, cut, form, punch, drill, or assemble metal components.
• Coordinate with welders to build up low spots or short pieces when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding/fitting experience

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Creative problem solving

Education

Highschool diploma/GED

Tools

Crane experience

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
  

MODULE X SOLUTIONS is a rapidly growing modular manufacturing business that serves marquee corporate and government customers in renewable energy, network infrastructure, battery storage, telecommunications, petrochemical, utility, transportation, and other verticals. We design, engineer, and manufacture products to our customers’ specifications. We are a proud Shreveport-based company working to support our employees and our community. Check us out at www.ModuleXSolutions.com and we hope you will consider applying to build your career and future at MXS!

HOURS:

Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM. Initial training will be conducted on day shift for approximately 1–2 weeks from 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Upon transition to second shift, a $2.00/hour shift differential will be added to the base hourly rate.

JOB SUMMARY:

This position exists to fabricate structural components based on blueprints and layout specifications

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Position, align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools
• Verify conformance of work pieces to specifications using squares, rulers and measuring tapes
• Align and fit parts according to specifications using jacks, clamps, ropes, or bolt straps in position for welding or riveting
• Analyze engineering drawings and blueprints to determine material requirements and task sequences
• Move parts into position by hand or utilizing cranes and hoists
• Setup and operate fabricating devices such as brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, grinders, drill presses to bend, cut form, punch, drill, or otherwise form and assemble metal components
• Hammer, chip, and grind workpieces to cut, bend, and straighten metal
• Mark reference points onto floors or face blocks and transpose them to workpieces using measuring devices, squares, chalk, and/or soapstone
• Remove high spots and cut bevels using hand files, portable grinders, and cutting torches
• Coordinate with welders to build up low spots or short pieces with welding
• Performs other duties as assigned
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Work Experience:

3+ years welding/fitting experience

Education:

Highschool diploma/ GED or equivalent

Related Experience:

• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks; keep up in a fast-paced environment
• Modular building and/or solar installation experience
• Crane experience
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee sometimes works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to excessive noise, extreme heat, extreme cold, and heights. When participating in activities on the shop floor, the noise level in the work environment is typical for a fabrication shop and ear plugs may be used as necessary.

DISCLAIMER

The employer shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the company’s changing needs.
This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate at the employer’s sole discretion.
Module X Solutions, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
All qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.