Structural Steel Fitter

Kernsteel; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Kernsteel is seeking a skilled Fitter to lay out and fit structural steel sub-assemblies, including beams, columns, and trusses, and to weld as needed. The role requires reading shop drawings, reviewing fabrication plans, and working with torches, cranes, and grinders in a fast-paced shop environment.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of two years of fitting experience on large assemblies, basic math skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team while adhering to safety and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum two years fitting experience on large fabricated assemblies.
• Proficiency in FCAW Fillet Weld and related procedures.
• Ability to read and understand welding symbols from shop drawings.
• Strong math and measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify material sizes and prep before assembly; report issues.
• Critically review fabrication drawings and layouts.
• Layout and fit fabricated steel assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Operate tools and equipment including torches, forks, and cranes.
• Perform welding tasks as required by schedule.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment per policies.
• Adhere to quality, safety and environmental standards.
• Perform related duties to support efficient operations.

Skills

Fitting experience

Reading blueprints

Layout

Mathematics

Communication

Independence

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Torches

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Carpenters’ levels

Laser levels

Tape measures

Squares

Grinders

Mag drills

Welding machine setup

Job description

Overview

The Fitter will perform a variety of tasks including layout and fitting of structural steel sub-assemblies, beams, columns, trusses, and other structural members to form completed structures or structural frameworks as per shop drawings. The Fitter will also be a proficient welder and capable of performing welding duties when needed.

Responsibilities

• Verify material sizes are correct and properly prepared prior to assembly. Report any incorrect or unprepared parts to Prefab Lead.
• Expertise to critically review fabrication drawings.
• Layout and fit fabricated steel assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Use tools and equipment including torches, forklifts, overhead cranes, carpenters’ levels, laser levels, tapes, squares, grinders, and mag drills.
• Perform welding tasks as requested by supervisor or as required due to fabrication schedule and workload demands.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working environment by complying with KSF policies and procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain adherence to company policies, and quality, safety, and environmental standards as outlined in roles and responsibilities.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years fitting experience on large fabricated assemblies.
• Proficiency in the following welding procedures - FCAW Fillet Weld, CAC-G, FCAW 1F, FCAW 1G, FCAW 2F, FCAW 2G.
• Fitting or layout experience with large assemblies.
• Intermediate math and measurement skills (e.g., addition, subtraction, diameters), reading and comprehension.
• Prefer applicable craft training by an approved construction trade association (e.g., ACI, BC, R.O.C.) welding programs.
• Working knowledge of computers, smart phones, and tablets.
• Understanding of safe work procedures for welding and fabrication shop work.

Abilities

• Read and understand welding symbols in shop drawings.
• Understand and read layouts, blueprints, diagrams, work orders, and welding procedures.
• Set up and adjust welding machine to stay within parameters of welding procedures.
• Understand operations of welding equipment.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Work independently and in a team.

Physical Requirements

• Work is primarily performed outside. Noise level is moderately loud to loud.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Starting Pay Range: $25-$30 per hour