Express Employment - Skilled Trades

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Structural Fitter to join our fabrication team, responsible for reading and interpreting fabrication drawings, laying out material, fitting structural steel components, and assembling projects to exact specifications. The ideal candidate is a skilled tradesperson who values safety and can work independently while supporting a team-oriented shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and shop sketches.
• Layout, fit, and assemble structural steel components according to project specifications.
• Verify dimensions, alignment, squareness, and fit-up before welding.
• Use measuring and layout tools to ensure assemblies meet quality standards and tolerances.
• Prepare materials for fabrication using grinders, cutting torches, and other shop equipment.
• Work closely with welders to ensure proper assembly and weld readiness.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts to safely move materials and fabricated components.
• Identify and resolve fit-up issues while maintaining production schedules.
• Maintain quality workmanship throughout all phases of fabrication and assembly.
• Assist with other fabrication shop tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of structural fitting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and shop details.
• Proficiency with tape measures, levels, squares, layout tools, and other measuring instruments.
• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Ability to use oxy-fuel cutting equipment, grinders, and common fabrication tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of fabrication processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively with a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.