Fitter II in Ridgeville, South Carolina at Carolina Heavy Steel

Position Summary

Independently fits and assembles structural components while ensuring dimensional accuracy and production requirements.

Essential Duties

• Read and interpret fabrication drawings.
• Lay out work according to specifications.
• Fit and align structural assemblies.
• Verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Coordinate with welders to ensure proper assembly.
• Assist in training junior fitters.

Qualifications

• Strong blueprint interpretation skills.
• Knowledge of fabrication methods and tools.
• Ability to solve fit-up issues independently.

Experience

• 2–5 years of structural fitting experience.

Hours

• Monday – Thursday 6:00am – 4:30pm
• Overtime may be required.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Welding or fabrication training is a plus.
• Typically 2–5 years of structural fitting, fabrication, or steel construction experience.
• Experience working with structural steel components and assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of structural steel layouts and fit-up procedures.
• Ability to read tape measures, squares, levels, and other measuring tools accurately.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, and fabrication equipment.
• Ability to tack weld (if required by the employer).
• Understanding of weld symbols and fabrication standards.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components according to drawings.
• Verify dimensions and align parts prior to welding.
• Operate fabrication and material-handling equipment safely.
• Inspect work for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and work in a fabrication shop environment.
• Ability to lift materials (often up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to work overtime as needed.