Fitter​/Fabricator

About JGM

Do you want to work for a construction company unlike any other? At JGM, we challenge the industry's status quo. Known as the team that delivers "When You Need It Yesterday", we've built a culture around safety, quality, and speed.

At JGM, we're more than a company-we're a family. Working side by side, we support one another, building trust by knowing we can count on each other. Driven by our core values, mission, and purpose, we stay focused on our vision for the future. The result? A team environment that fuels exceptional employee satisfaction, which in turn drives extraordinary client experience and continued company growth.

The only question is:
Are you ready to join our growing family and be part of something truly special?

Be an integral part of the JGM family by living our core values:

* We Plan. We Adapt. We Succeed.

* Uncompromising Safety & Quality.

* Family is Our Foundation.

* Create Value Through Better Solutions.

* Whatever it Takes.

* Commitment to Self-improvement.

Our Purpose (FOREVER):
Develop Elite Leaders Today, So We Can Build Tomorrow's Future

Our Vision (ONE DAY):
Driven to be the Safest, Fastest, and Most Effective Industrial Construction & Fabrication Partner in North America

Our Mission (TODAY):
Solve Our Clients Toughest Challenges with Safety and Quality Top of Mind

Position Overview

JGM is seeking an experienced Fitter/Fabricator to join our team at our heavy industrial steel fabrication shop. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the structural steel industry, preferably within an AISC-certified environment. This position requires the ability to efficiently and precisely fit and fabricate structural steel components to industry specifications. The role demands high technical skill, attention to detail, and a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

* Interpret and execute shop drawings and specifications for structural steel fabrication.

* Perform precise layout and fitting of parts per drawings, specifications, and tolerances.

* Verify layout accuracy for other fabricators and provide guidance as necessary.

* Operate welding and fabrication equipment, including air carbon arc gouging, grinders, cutting torches, and welding tractors, with proficiency.

* Pre-heat and prepare materials as required to meet welding and fabrication standards.

* Utilize overhead cranes, forklifts, and other equipment to handle heavy materials safely and efficiently.

* Inspect equipment regularly, maintain tools, and promptly communicate any repair or maintenance needs.

* Work collaboratively within the team to meet production deadlines while ensuring a safe work environment.

* Adhere to AISC, AWS D1.1, and internal safety standards and protocols throughout all tasks.

Qualifications

* Minimum 2 years of experience in fitting/fabricating structural steel in a heavy industrial setting.

* Experience in an AISC-certified shop environment is highly preferred.

* Strong ability to read and interpret shop drawings and specifications with minimal supervision.

* Detail-oriented with the ability to work systematically and ensure accurate fitting on complex assemblies.

* Demonstrated focus on safety, with an ability to anticipate and mitigate risks in a heavy industrial environment.

* Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physically demanding work, including operating high-reach and scissor lifts when necessary.

* High School Diploma or GED preferred; additional certifications from a technical or trade school are a plus.

* Ability to wear respiratory protection and pass pulmonary function tests as required.

Physical Requirements

* Regular use of hands and arms to manipulate steel parts, operate welding equipment, and fabricate components.

* Ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy materials, and perform tasks requiring precise hand-eye coordination.

* Frequent climbing of ladders and stairs, and working from elevated platforms.

* Capability to work in confined spaces, operate forklifts, cranes, and other heavy machinery, if properly trained and certified.

Work Environment

* This is a shop-based position in a heavy industrial steel fabrication facility.

* Tasks may…