Fitter - 2nd Shift

Veritas Steel • Palatka, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Fitters at Veritas Steel’s Palatka location perform fitting operations, primarily grinding, as well as repairs and other assigned tasks. They are expected to meet production demands promptly and complete high-quality work while following company policies and safety practices. The role involves working on bridge fabrication projects and collaborating with experienced steel fitters.

The position is on 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 5 a.m., for a 48-hour work week. Starting pay is $19.45 per hour, with a $1.20 shift differential and double time after 50 hours worked. Training takes place on 1st shift, Monday through Friday, from 5 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Ability to read metric tapes.
• Flexibility to work with others in varied circumstances and operate equipment using standardized methods.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of individuals.
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities, communicate with diverse groups, meet deadlines and schedules, work as part of a team, and handle interruptions during the workday.
• Ability to deal effectively with time pressures, long hours, rapidly changing priorities, and stress.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and carry 30 pounds.
• Ability to push or move objects requiring up to 50 pounds of force and pull with up to 122 pounds of force.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel for up to 99% of the shift.
• Good range of motion when reaching forward, reaching from shoulder to overhead, and bending.
• Agile fingers and thumbs on both hands.

Responsibilities

• Perform fitting operations, primarily grinding, along with repairs and miscellaneous assigned tasks.
• Drill and install high-strength bolts and grind steel components.
• Produce fillet and groove welds using SMAW, SAW, and FCAW processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Participate in continual improvement activities.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Follow proper safety practices and company policies.
• Work alongside and learn from experienced steel fitters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED