Fitter
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Job Location:
Shelbyville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Fitter supports Cooper Steels goals values and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence quality service commitment and accountability. As a member of the Cooper Steel team performance includes demonstration of the following accountabilities: communication teamwork job knowledge and leadership.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Fitter is responsible for understanding structural blueprints and welding techniques to execute the highest standards of welding performance.
PRIMARY DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Interpret blueprints to fabricate structural steel
Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions.
Set up components for welding equipment in accordance to specifications (e.g. cut material with oxy/fuel torch to match measurements)
Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards
Keep work areas clean and organized
REQUIREMENTS:
Proven experience as welder
Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (flux-core MIG weld)
Experience in using electrical or manual tools (grinder squares tape measure hand tools)
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield gloves etc.)
Attention to detail
Ability to learn safe overhead crane operations
Proficient in English
Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus
POSITION SUMMARY
The Fitter is responsible for understanding structural blueprints and welding techniques to execute the highest standards of welding performance.
PRIMARY DUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Interpret blueprints to fabricate structural steel
Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions.
Set up components for welding equipment in accordance to specifications (e.g. cut material with oxy/fuel torch to match measurements)
Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards
Keep work areas clean and organized
REQUIREMENTS:
Proven experience as welder
Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (flux-core MIG weld)
Experience in using electrical or manual tools (grinder squares tape measure hand tools)
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield gloves etc.)
Attention to detail
Ability to learn safe overhead crane operations
Proficient in English
Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus
Key Skills
- DME
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Algebra
- Fire Sprinkler Fitting
- Physiology Knowledge
- Tube Bending
- OSHA
- Fabrication
- Pipe Threading
- Welding
- Geometry
- Power Tools
