Konecranes

Overview

Konecranes is seeking a Welder Fitter III in Houston, TX, who will be responsible for independently laying out, fitting, assembling, tacking, and welding structural steel components for overhead crane manufacturing. The company values diversity and is committed to providing a unique work environment that fosters passion and drive.

Responsibilities

• Independently layout, fit, assemble, tack, and weld structural steel components used in overhead crane manufacturing.
• Produce quality welds that meet drawing, procedure, and inspection requirements on the first pass with minimal repair or rework.
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, engineering specifications, weld symbols, and work instructions.
• Layout and fit structural components while maintaining dimensional accuracy and drawing tolerances.
• Perform FCAW welding and support MIG and SAW processes as required.
• Determine and apply appropriate fit-up, welding sequence, fixturing, and bracing methods to minimize distortion.
• Verify dimensions, alignment, elevation, and squareness throughout fabrication and welding operations.
• Conduct visual inspections of fit-up and completed welds to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Perform grinding, gouging, weld repair, and finishing operations as required.
• Operate fabrication tools, welding equipment, overhead cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment.
• Assist in troubleshooting fit-up, fabrication, and welding issues.
• Support and mentor less experienced fitters and welders.
• Maintain clean work areas and equipment.
• Follow all Konecranes safety directives and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Technical, trade school, or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of combined fitting and welding experience.
• Experience with structural steel fabrication preferred.
• Tacker qualification required.
• Ability to pass required AWS and CWB welding qualification tests.
• Strong fitting, layout, and assembly skills.
• Ability to perform production welding to approved procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently achieve high first-pass weld acceptance rates.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication details.
• Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication methods.
• Proficiency with measuring, layout, fitting, and welding equipment.
• Knowledge of weld distortion control and heat input management.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Ability to pass 3G and 4G welding qualification tests.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and overhead work.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Visual acuity to read drawings and inspect completed work.
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k

Additional Information

• 2 weeks of vacation per year, pro-rated for the first year depending on start date.
• 5 days of Sick Leave per year, pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service.
• 10 paid holidays per year.