Structural Fitter: Precise Layout & Safe Assembly

Picou Group; Destrehan (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Safety-first environment

Family-owned company

Job summary

Picou Group Contractors seeks a skilled Structural Fitter in Destrehan, LA to lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components per fabrication drawings. You will read drawings, measure and cut materials, and verify alignment before welding, coordinating with welders and supervisors to keep projects on track.

The role emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and reliable transportation to the job site. Experience in construction or industrial settings is preferred, with TWIC card required.

Qualifications

• Reading structural drawings, connection details, and dimensions.
• Strong attention to fit-up accuracy, alignment, and safe material handling.
• Safety-conscious mindset and ability to follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components according to drawings.
• Read drawings, connection details, dimensions, and material IDs to plan fit-up.
• Measure, mark, cut, grind, and prepare structural members and plates for assembly.
• Align and secure components, checking dimensions, squareness, and orientation before welding.
• Coordinate with structural welders and supervisors to maintain production and resolve fit-up issues.
• Assist with material positioning and handling within training and authorization.
• Identify drawing discrepancies or material issues and communicate them to supervision.
• Inspect tools and follow site safety procedures while maintaining an orderly work area.

Skills

Reading drawings

Fit-up accuracy

Safety awareness

Tools

Measuring tools

Layout tools

Cutting tools

Grinding tools

Job description

Picou Group Contractors seeks a skilled Structural Fitter in Destrehan, LA to lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components per fabrication drawings. You will read drawings, measure and cut materials, and verify alignment before welding, coordinating with welders and supervisors to keep projects on track.

The role emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and reliable transportation to the job site. Experience in construction or industrial settings is preferred, with TWIC card required.