Fitter​/Welder

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Working for a world-class leader in building structures, a Production Fitter-Welder brings expertise and knowledge in steel and/or bridge fabrication to build some of the most complex and high‑profile projects in the commercial building, bridge, and industrial sectors. The position assembles and fits drawing dimensions of various structural, plate, and mechanical materials, welds a large variety of materials in all positions with a high degree of proficiency utilizing full skills of the trade, including knowledge of common heat reactions of structural metals and certification.

In return, the Company will offer competitive market-based compensation and comprehensive health insurance benefits. We are committed to professional development and growing our business, looking for a professional with a growth mindset for a progressive long‑term career.

• Follows applicable welding procedures (AWS, AISC)
• Welds on the ground level, above ground and below ground, in any required position.
• Chips, peens, and grinds material to prepare for welding or finish.
• Welds structural materials such as plates, sheets, girders, tanks, etc., sometimes involving uncommon structural metals or machine metals under close tolerances of heat application and workmanship.
• Straightens materials by heat or flame.
• Performs gouging and scarfing as needed.
• Must take and pass welding test in accordance with AWS D1.1.
• Receives instructions, prints, sketches, and work orders.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and plans the fitting operation.
• Directs and assists in handling and spreading of material, assembling material into required relationships according to detail drawings; handling and placing detail material and fastening components in proper locations.
• Lays out work lines or fits up jigs for positioning material when required; checks, squares, and scribes all detail connections.
• Responsible for work conforming to drawings and notes.
• Cleans up material by grinding or chipping.
• Burns and tack welds for assembly purposes; produces copes, bevels, and straightens material; does minor layout.
• Spot paints for identification marks.
• Moves material to and from the work area; moves welding equipment to material when necessary; positions component parts on a table held by a fixture or jib, tacking when required.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Performs other routine duties per management direction.
• Adheres to and follows all safety rules and PPE requirements.

High school diploma or GED, and/or 12 months of stable work experience. Must pass required weld test and fitter test.

• Equipment Knowledge & Skills – use a variety of hand tools and welding equipment.
• Language Skills – ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and blueprints.
• Mathematical Skills – ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure.
• Reasoning Ability – ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations – Certification in AWS D1.1 weld test.

DBM Global including its U.S. subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an affirmative action plan.