Structural Fitter

Job Description

As a Structural Fitter, you will assemble structural steel frames using basic shop drawings, detailed structural plans, and customer-specific engineering drawings. Working in pairs with a welder and as part of a fabrication crew, you will prepare, fit, align, and inspect components while using welding fixtures and clamps to support accurate, high-quality fabrication. This role reports to the Fabrication Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Interpret basic shop drawings, detailed structural plans, and customer-specific engineering drawings.
• Assemble structural steel frames and fit components to specifications.
• Perform metal fabrication and prepare assemblies for welding.
• Use welding fixtures and clamps to support accurate fit-up and alignment.
• Conduct dimensional inspections and quality-control checks.
• Handle and position materials safely within the fabrication area.
• Collaborate with welders and fabrication crew members to complete assemblies.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of structural fitting experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience reading blueprints and fabricating structural steel.
• Knowledge of precision measurement, welding processes, fit-up, and alignment.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Experience with quality inspection.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.