• Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications, using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and ruler.
• Tack-welds components and assemblies, FCAW or SMAW or other welding equipment.
• Follows applicable welding procedures (AWS, AISC)
• Tack welds on the ground level, above ground and below ground, in any required position.
• Chips peens and grinds material to prepare for welding or finish.
• Welds structural materials such as plates, sheets, girders, tanks, etc., occasionally involving uncommon structural metals or machine metals under close tolerances of heat application and workmanship.
• Straightens materials by heat or flame.
• Perform gouging and scarfing as needed.
• Must take and pass Tack welding test in accordance with AWS D1.5.
• Receives instructions, prints, sketches, and work orders.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and plans the fitting operation.

• 5 or more years of proven work experience as a structural plate fitter and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be capable of welding to AWS D1.5 quality and specifications a plus.
• Must be capable of passing fracture critical inspections.
• Use standard layout instruments i.e., level, transit
• Working knowledge of blacksmithing procedures
• Must posses good communication and customer service skills.
• Must be able to read and understand shop fabrication drawings at a high level and be able to layout, fit-up and form material according to the prints.
• Must have a good understanding of welding symbols.
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Requirements

• Prior bridge work and heavy structural steel experience.
• Experience in overhead crane operation.