Fitter​/Fabricator

Signal Metal Industries is a well-established steel fabrication and machining company with more than 50 years of experience manufacturing large steel products for customers throughout the United States. We perform both custom job shop and production manufacturing for a variety of heavy industries.

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Plate Fitters/Fabricators to accurately lay out, fit, and assemble large welded steel components using blueprints, fabrication drawings, and shop specifications.

This role requires strong experience in heavy plate fitting, layout, and FCAW tack welding during fit-up in a heavy fabrication environment.

This is primarily a fitting position, not a welding role. If you are interested in welding, complete our welder application instead.

This position is a Full-time Direct Hire located in Irving, Texas.

• Day shift - (Monday - Thursday 4 x 10s), Overtime on Friday as required
• Hourly pay rate $24.00 - $28.00 depending on experience

All candidates must successfully complete a hands‑on fitting and welding assessment at our Irving, TX facility. You will need a welding hood, heavy welding gloves, long sleeves, welding pliers (Welpers), cotton work clothes, and steel‑toe boots.

Welding Assessment (FCAW Dual Shield)

• 1/16” flux‑cored wire
• 10” T‑joint plate
• 3/8” material thickness

• 3/8” material – 3F vertical uphill weld

• Position, align, fit, and assemble heavy steel plate components and large weldments using blueprints, shop drawings, and layout specifications
• Read engineering drawings, bills of material, and work orders to determine fit‑up sequence and requirements
• Lay out, measure, and mark materials, accounting for thickness, shrinkage, and fabrication tolerances
• Move and position large components using overhead cranes, hoists, and shop equipment
• Fit parts using clamps, jacks, wedges, pins, and other fabrication tools
• Verify fit‑up and dimensions using tape measures, squares, levels, and layout tools
• Tack weld assemblies to secure parts prior to final welding
• Perform FCAW welding during fit‑up and fabrication as needed
• Straighten and adjust heavy components using torches, presses, and fabrication methods
• Build simple fixtures or aids to support accurate fit‑up when required
• Work with supervisors and team members to maintain production flow and quality
• Maintain a safe and organized fabrication environment
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 3+ years heavy plate fitting or heavy fabrication experience
• Strong blueprint reading and layout skills
• Experience fitting large weldments or heavy steel plate assemblies
• Experience working with thick steel plate and heavy industrial components
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs in a fabrication shop environment
• Heavy industrial fabrication (mining, steel mill, material handling, heavy equipment)
• Multi‑pass FCAW welding experience
• Overhead crane and forklift experience
• Experience with tight‑tolerance fit‑up on large weldments

We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive wage offering and benefits package includes a safe harbor matching 401k plan, medical, dental, vision insurance, Health Savings Account, voluntary life benefits, paid company holidays, free parking, snack and beverage machines available, job training programs, and paid vacations.