Welder/Fitter

Welder/Fitter - Aluminum/Stainless

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Lay out, cut, fit, and weld handrails and miscellaneous metal components according to drawings and specifications.
• Perform TIG welding on aluminum and stainless steel, producing clean, structurally sound welds.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and work instructions to ensure accurate fabrication.
• Set up and operate fabrication equipment including saws, notchers, grinders, and hand tools.
• Align and assemble components using jigs, fixtures, and measuring tools prior to welding.
• Move and position materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, and overhead lifting equipment as needed.
• Maintain productivity, quality, and safety expectations set by shop leadership.

Required Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience TIG welding aluminum and stainless steel in a fabrication environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform accurate layout using tape measures and hand tools.
• Working knowledge of shop math, including fractions and basic geometry.
• Ability to troubleshoot fit-up, layout, and welding issues with limited direction.
• Comfortable working under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Familiarity with fabrication tools and metalworking equipment.

Core Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Adaptable to changing workloads and production demands.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Organized and able to manage time effectively.
• Performs well in high-pressure production environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 75 lbs.
• Comfortable standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching throughout the workday.
• Capable of repetitive hand and wrist motions.
• Requires close visual attention for welding and fabrication tasks.