Structural Fitters

Kiewit; Ingleside (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit (Canada) in Ingleside, TX seeks an Intermediate Fabricator to assemble and fit structural, plate and mechanical materials to drawings. You will read blueprints, interpret weld symbols, and prepare components for jacket and deck installations.

Responsibilities include unloading and moving heavy steel, laying out pipes and beams, cutting with torches, and using ordinary rigging tools. Must work outdoors in all weather and be able to climb and work at heights, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints, section and plan drawings, and weld symbols to derive measurements, dimensions, and quantity of material needed to fabricate a structure.
• Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, section and plan drawings, and weld symbols to derive measurements, dimensions, and quantity of material needed to fabricate a structure.
• Unload, sort, and stack heavy steel pieces, then hoist each one into the proper place for fastening.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install structural steel products such as beams, braces, pipes, and plates for jackets and decks
• Lay out and fit pipe, beams, decks and jackets; frame skids, bends, and elevations for jackets; cut plate, pipe, and beams using a cutting torch.
• Use Come-a-longs, chain falls, and other industry tools and equipment, and install, use and remove stop plates, dogs, and pad eyes

Skills

Blueprints reading

Measurement & layout

Welding symbols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Come-a-longs

Chain falls

Stop plates

Pad eyes

Job description

Requisition ID: 189105

Position Summary

Assembles and fits to drawing dimensions of all kinds of structural, plate and mechanical materials into all types of assemblies.

Experience Level

Intermediate

Primary Responsibilities And Duties

• Read blueprints, section and plan drawings, and weld symbols to derive measurements, dimensions, and quantity of material needed to fabricate a structure.
• Unload, sort, and stack heavy steel pieces, then hoist each one into the proper place for fastening.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install structural steel products such as beams, braces, pipes, and plates for jackets and decks
• Lay out and fit pipe, beams, decks and jackets; frame skids, bends, and elevations for jackets; cut plate, pipe, and beams using a cutting torch.
• Use Come-a-longs, chain falls, and other industry tools and equipment, and install, use, and remove stop plates, dogs, and pad eyes

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
• Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools

Requirements

• Able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must have all required tools
• Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.