Structural Fitter

StaffMode, LLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

StaffMode, LLC is seeking an experienced welder for a Houston, TX yard position. The role involves reading drawings, laying out parts, and safely operating cutting and welding equipment on a drilling rig yard.

The specialist will create cut lists, mark parts for traceability, and manage materials while maintaining a clean, safe work area and strict adherence to PPE and safety rules.

Qualifications

• 1F or 1G weld certification required.
• 5+ years relevant welding experience.
• Proficient with tape measures and basic shop tools.
• Able to read weld symbols, sizes, notes, grades, fractions and decimals.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and shop work orders.
• Layout, position, fit, and secure parts/assemblies.
• Create cut lists and prep materials correctly.
• Safely operate welding/cutting equipment and follow weld procedures.
• Mark/label parts for traceability and manage material handling.

Skills

Tape measure

Hand tools

Gouging tools

Cutting torch

Magnetic drill

Track torch

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Weld symbols

AWS 1F/1G

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Houston Tx 77049 ( East side near Channelview)

Pay:$23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Schedule: Mon - Fri 6:30-6:30 ( 10-12 hrs a day - occasional weekends when needed)

Job description:

This position is working at a Drilling Rig yard

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings and shop work orders with full accuracy.
• Layout, position, fit, and secure parts/assemblies using tape measure, square, calipers, etc.
• Create cut lists and prep materials correctly.
• Safely operate welding/cutting equipment (cutting torch, track torch, magnetic drill).
• Tack weld using multiple processes; follow company welding procedures.
• Mark/label parts with heat numbers, part numbers for traceability.
• Receive, verify, store, and move materials (using hoist, forklift, or manual lifting).
• Provide ETA updates to foreman/supervisor for welded/prepped items.
• Remove sharp edges/burrs; transfer finished parts to other departments.
• Keep work area safe, clean, and organized.
• Follow all safety rules, wear required PPE, and promote safe behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Proficient with: tape measure, squares, hand tools, gouging tools.
• Skilled with: cutting torch (hand cutting), magnetic drill (hole drilling), track torch (beveling).
• Safe operation of crane, hoist, and forklift.
• Read/understand weld symbols, sizes, notes, grades, fractions, and decimals.
• Perform complex weldment assemblies; assemble/disassemble components.
• Qualified 1F or 1G welder per AWS standards.
• Stay productive while strictly following safety guidelines.

Physical Requirements

• Lift/carry 50 lbs independently while walking on uneven surfaces.
• Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl.
• Frequent use of hand/power tools (including heavy-duty ones).
• Clear vision (near/far) and good hearing to monitor work and detect issues.
• Maintain spatial awareness in busy shop/yard with moving equipment.
• Wear PPE at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1F or 1G weld certified.
• 5+ years relevant experience.

Hiring Tests & Requirements

• Pass written fitter proficiency test.
• Pass physical fitting test (beam and pipe).
• Pass physical test from verbal instructions only.