Fitter III - Houston, TX

Konecranes•Houston, TX

1d•$32 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Konecranes is seeking a Fitter III to join their team in Houston, TX. This role involves interpreting engineering drawings, fabricating structural steel components, and assembling various crane parts to meet precise specifications. The Fitter III will be responsible for ensuring dimensional accuracy, performing fit-up and tack welding, and operating fabrication and material handling equipment safely. This position requires a strong commitment to quality and safety, with the ability to assist less experienced fitters and maintain an organized work area.

Requirements

Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
Demonstrated ability to achieve high first-pass fit-up acceptance and dimensional accuracy.
Ability to independently layout and fit complex structural assemblies.
Working knowledge of welding processes and fit-up techniques.
Strong understanding of dimensional tolerances and fabrication practices.
Proficiency with measuring and layout tools.
Ability to identify fit-up issues and recommend corrective actions.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Strong commitment to quality and safety.
High School diploma or GED required.
Tacker qualification required.
Visual acuity to read drawings and inspect assemblies.
Ability to work in awkward positions, confined spaces, and elevated work areas.
Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, and lifting.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

Technical, trade school, or vocational training preferred.
Experience working with heavy steel fabrications preferred.

Responsibilities

Interpret engineering drawings, fabrication prints, specifications, and work instructions to determine fit-up and assembly requirements.
Produce assemblies that meet drawing requirements and dimensional tolerances on the first pass with minimal rework.
Layout, measure, mark, and fit structural steel components to required dimensions and tolerances.
Assemble girders, end trucks, machinery platforms, walkways, brackets, and other crane components.
Select proper materials, bracing, fixtures, and fit-up methods to control shrinkage and distortion.
Perform fit-up and tack welding as required to prepare assemblies for final welding.
Verify dimensions, elevations, squareness, and alignment throughout fabrication.
Use measuring devices including tape measures, squares, levels, calipers, laser measuring tools, and other precision instruments.
Operate fabrication equipment including ironworkers, drill presses, grinders, magnetic drills, band saws, and plasma cutting equipment.
Operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment safely.
Perform visual inspections to ensure assemblies meet drawing and quality requirements.
Identify and communicate discrepancies in drawings, materials, or fit-up conditions.
Assist less experienced fitters with layout and assembly techniques.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and comply with all safety requirements.
Follow all Konecranes safety directives and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.