Fitter

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC•Soulouque, LA

11h

About The Position

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America. Waste Services VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration. Railcar Services VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance. Marine Services VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products. The Repair Fitter will perform duties in a safe manner, to include, but not limited to various barge repairs, heating and cutting determined from inspections.

Responsibilities

Is safety minded and pushes safety throughout the shop.
Ensures all employees are compliant with all safety rules, procedures, and regulations.
Is a qualified fitter as per VLS procedures or can be soon.
Fits and fabricates materials for barges or special projects.
Continuously completes tasks in the specified amount of time.
Assist supervisor and/or leadman in training and direction of assigned subordinates.
Removes and fits parts according to regulations and specifications.
Instructs others in welding techniques and safety.
Repairs broken or cracked parts and fills holes.
Preheat workpiece with hand torch.
Positions and clamps workpieces together or assemble them in jig or fixture.
Safely uses torch for cutting metal.
Understands and complies with all safety regulations.