Fitter III (First Class) at DSC Dredge – Reserve, Louisiana

FITTER III - 1st Class FITTER

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The First Class Fitter III plays a key role in the fabrication, assembly, and alignment of metal structures, components, and equipment. This position requires advanced technical knowledge, precision, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to ensure quality workmanship. The Fitter III will perform layout and fitting of large assemblies with minimal supervision, mentor less experienced fitters, and work closely with welders, engineers, and production teams to meet project schedules and quality standards.

MAJOR RESPONSIBLITIES

• Works safely in an industrial environment and around machinery; observes and instructs others in proper equipment use.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations as well as all company policies and procedures; uses/wears all required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for assigned tasks.
• Ensures all work meets the guidelines and specifications of a first class fitter; including layout (comprehensive knowledge) and burning.
• Reads, understands and works from drawings with minimal supervision with the ability to make simple modification drawings and complete work as necessary.
• Completes all steel work needed to complete projects.
• Performs first class welding in all positions with flux cord and stick.
• Work includes set-up, laying out work using fixtures and guides to repair, modify, or fabricate parts and/or equipment products.
• Keeps equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirement.
• Assists with all aspects of construction to complete projects.
• Requisitions materials needed to complete projects in accordance to DSC procedures.
• Travels as required to customer sites to perform modifications and maintenance of equipment as needed.
• Maintains level of work performance in accordance with DSC's standards and/or production deadline specifications with minimal supervision.
• Meets all project deadlines; complete all assignments in a timely fashion to meet production deadlines.
• Works overtime and/or weekends as requested.
• Maintains confidentially of information
• Maintains a clean, safe and organized work area at all times
• Demonstrates leadership skills and sets positive examples for all manufacturing personnel
• Trains and evaluates others in you field and under your supervision
• Tack welding and some minor welding on an as needed basis
• Performs all duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position is not a supervisory role, however it may be requested that the Fitter position oversees the training of new team members to DSC policies and production standards.

COMPLEXITY OF WORK:

• Semi-routine: majority of work covered by established procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions. Must be able to work in a loud environment.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be at least eighteen years of age.
• Knowledge of rigging loads for cherry picker and shop over-head hoist.
• Job related knowledge of dredge, dredge equipment and dredge construction.
• Demonstrates a passion and a responsibility for company and product.
• Exhibit a passion for the company’s vision, values and focus on safety first.
• Desire to own decisions and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Willingness to travel as required. Travel may be air, water or land based depending on the specific project.
• Passion and alignment with our mission, vision, values & operating principles.
• Passion for working in a values based company in alignment with a learning organization.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to cross-train and perform the work of other job tasks or positions in the Company outside of or in addition to primarily-assigned position, work area, or department on an as needed basis.
• Must be able to successfully pass all pre-employment testing (drug test, physical, audiogram, pulmonary function test, respiratory fit test) in addition to random drug and alcohol testing.