Structural Welder/Fitter

Smith Industries; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

SI Utility in Midland, Texas is seeking a Structural Fitter/Fabricator to join our growing team. You will fabricate and assemble structural metal components for steel utility poles, reading engineering blueprints and ensuring fits meet exact specifications.

Candidates must pass a 2g weld test, have a high school diploma, and work well in a team. We offer health and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read engineering blueprints and drawings.
• Experience in structural fabrication and welding.
• Good math and measurement skills; teamwork oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fabricate, and fit structural metal components for poles.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specs.
• Measure, cut, shape, and fit components with various tools.
• Weld or bolt materials per specifications.
• Align parts with precision using measuring tools.
• Inspect finished assemblies for conformance to AWS D1.1.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Fabrication skills

Welding

Measurement & layout

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Shop tools & equipment

Job description

We are seeking a Structural Fitter/Fabricator to join our growing team at SI Utility, a locally owned company specializing in the fabrication of steel utility poles. This position plays a key role in ensuring that all structural components meet the highest quality and safety standards.

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, fabricate, and fit structural metal components for steel utility poles.
• Read and interpret engineering blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Measure, cut, shape, and fit metal components using a variety of tools and machinery.
• Weld or bold materials together to build frameworks and supports per specifications.
• Align and fit parts precisely using sppropriate measuring and leveling tools.
• Inspect completed assemblies for conformance to design and AWS D1:1 quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.

General Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of basic shop math and ability to operate standard tools and machinery.
• Must pass a 2g weld test.
• Team-oriented, dependable, and highly motivated

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk up to 90% of the workday.
• Occasional bending, squatting, climbing ladders/stairs, and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to accurately assess weights, distances, and heights.