Structural Fitters

Kiewit; Ingleside (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit in Texas is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Assembler to read drawings, fit and assemble structural, plate and mechanical components into final structures.

You will unload and position heavy steel, cut with a torch, and install beams, jackets, decks, and related hardware while adhering to safety rules and working outdoors in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols.
• Strong measurement and layout skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Read drawings, section and plan drawings to determine measurements and materials.
• Unload, sort, and move heavy steel pieces and position them for assembly.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install steel products such as beams and plates for jackets and decks.
• Lay out and fit pipe, beams, and jackets; cut with torch; frame skids, elevations for jackets.
• Use Come-a-longs and chain falls and install stop plates and pad eyes.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Weld symbol interpretation

Measurement tools

Safety compliance

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cutting torch

Come-a-longs

Chain falls

Layout tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Position Summary

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

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.