Overview
North Shore Steel & Affiliates are trusted, industry-leading metals service centers with over 65 years of experience supporting customers across the Gulf Coast and nationwide. They provide a full range of structural steel products and value-added processing services, helping customers across various sectors move faster and build with confidence.
Responsibilities
- Support fit-up and assembly of structural pipe and pressure vessel components in accordance with AWS and ASME code requirements.
- Ensure proper joint preparation, alignment, and dimensional accuracy prior to welding.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols.
- Measure, cut, and prepare materials to required specifications.
- Perform precision fit-up for weld joints, including proper gap, bevel, and alignment.
- Use tools such as grinders, torches, levels, and measuring devices.
- Verify dimensions, tolerances, and alignment prior to welding.
- Collaborate with welders and Quality to ensure code-compliant results.
- Identify and correct fit-up issues before welding begins.
- Maintain tools and equipment in safe, working condition.
- Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a pipe fitter or structural fitter in an industrial environment.
- Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
- Understanding of fit-up tolerances, joint preparation, and alignment.
- Experience working with pipe, plate, or structural steel components.
- Ability to use measuring tools accurately.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong work ethic and reliability in a production environment.
- Experience in pipe fabrication or pressure vessel environments is preferred.
- Familiarity with AWS or ASME codes is preferred.
- Prior experience supporting NDE-quality welding operations is preferred.
- Ability to perform basic tack welding (GMAW, FCAW) is preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently on a routine basis.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and maintain safe body positioning.
- Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
- Maintain adequate visual and auditory acuity to safely perform assigned tasks.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- 401k
Additional Information
- Night Shift (6 PM – 6 AM)