Structural Fitter / Welder

Gulf Island

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Main Purpose: The Structural Combo Fitter / Welder assembles structural framework, components and materials such as angle iron, I-beams and other steel components within our Englobal Fabrication and Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Integration Shop. All resumes submitted by search firms to Englobal a Gulf Island Company, employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Englobal a Gulf Island Company.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHouston, TX

    Description

    Description

    Main Purpose:

    The Structural Combo Fitter / Welder assembles structural framework, components and materials such as angle iron, I-beams and other steel components within our Englobal Fabrication and Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Integration Shop.

    Essential Functions:

    • Lay out, position, align and fit together fabricated parts of structural metal products according to blueprint and layout specifications
    • Use various processes including GMAW (Mig), FACW (Flux Core) and / or SMAW (Stick)
    • Maintain a positive work atmosphere by functioning and communicating in an effective manner with customers, coworkers, clients and supervisors
    • Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of area
    • Work in a safe and conscientious manner
    • Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor including but not limited to, cleaning, trash/ scrap removal and other production related jobs
    • Assist in yearly audited inventory process
    • Perform basic crane operation
    • Properly fit mill to bear stiffeners
    • Operate various pieces of grinding equipment for extended periods
    • Operate cutting and heating torches and perform accurate simple heat corrections
    • Check camber and sweep tolerances of girders and beams with minimal assistance and be able to effectively make necessary corrections per pertinent codes and specifications
    • Tack weld in all positions using multiple welding processes
    • Grind parts, torque bolts and operate mechanical and manual cutting equipment
    • Produce a finished product that meets recognized standards, codes and customer expectations by maintaining quality procedures and practices within the guidelines of AWS D1.5 fitting tolerances
    • Identify potential hazards and make necessary corrections
    • Read and interpret weld symbols on shop drawings and prints and apply information accordingly
    • Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

    Requirements

    Physical Requirements:

    • Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
    • Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
    • Pushing, pulling and reaching
    • Must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

    Job Requirements:

    • 2+ years experience in structural welding and fitting
    • Must be able to pass a structural fitter test (45 degree cut out I Beam with torch)
    • Must be able to pass a structural welder test (3G on 1/2" carbon steel plate, MIG & FLUX)
    • Knowledge of AWS D1.5 fitting tolerances
    • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen
    • Must be able to pass a background check

    Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

    • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

    Tools, Equipment and Technology:

    • Structural fitting tools, structural welding tools, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) etc.

    Environmental Conditions:

    80 to 90% of the work activities are performed indoors within our Englobal Fabrication and I&E Integration Shop. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc.

    Englobal a Gulf Island Company will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Englobal a Gulf Island Company, must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Englobal a Gulf Island Company, will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

    Englobal a Gulf Island Company is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Englobal a Gulf Island Company, employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Englobal a Gulf Island Company. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Englobal a Gulf Island Company, hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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