Structural Fitter

Acadian Contractors•Brownsville, TX

About The Position

The Structural Fitter fits piping and/or structural components according to supplied drawings or field-verified dimensions, while following ACI or customer welding procedures. The role requires productive work and collaboration with helpers, welders, and the Shop Foreman to meet project objectives. The fitter is accountable for work quality, productivity, accurate documentation, safe work practices, and maintaining an orderly work area.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Strong understanding of material take-offs, pipe and beam cutting procedures, and equipment utilization.
Attention to detail and adherence to drawing specifications and project requirements.
Effective communication and leadership skills to guide helpers and support project success.
Commitment to safety, punctuality, and maintaining a clean work environment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 3 years of fabrication experience, including piping, vessels, and packaged equipment (preferred).
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Fit structural components according to supplied drawings or verified field dimensions, following required welding procedures and customer specifications.
Provide direction and oversight to assigned helpers and welders to support workflow and project completion.
Maintain punctual attendance and professional working relationships with coworkers and supervisors.
Take accountability for the quality and productivity of assigned work.
Perform material take-offs from drawings to determine cut lengths.
Collaborate with the Shop Foreman to assign personnel or issue cut lists when necessary.
Communicate material and equipment needs to helpers so they can prepare for project tasks.
Secure parts with bolts, clamps, and tack-welds in preparation for welding.
Verify that pipes, structural components, and fittings match drawing specifications, including size, rating, grade, project number, and phase; report discrepancies to the Shop Foreman.
Confirm measurements and check that components are square and level before releasing them to the welder.
Record pre-weld dimensions on fitter drawings for documentation and quality control.
Transfer heat numbers to drawings or cut sheets after completion and submit them to the Shop Foreman.
Tag fabricated items with the correct job number, customer name, and piece number.
Transfer heat numbers and job numbers to material drop-offs and coordinate with the Shop Foreman to move materials to inventory or storage.
Arrive on time and consistently adhere to scheduled hours.
Inspect equipment daily, including torches, torch hoses, grinders, levels, and tapes, to check function and safety.
Keep the work area clean and safe by sweeping and tidying as needed.
Conduct and discuss a thorough Job Safety Analysis (JSA) before beginning each task.
Maintain a positive attitude and provide excellent internal and external customer service.
Embrace and demonstrate Acadian F.I.R.S.T. vision, mission, and core values.
Demonstrate visible safety leadership and support proactive safety processes, including JSA, Time Out, and TEAM BBS Observations.
Follow HSE Management System policies, procedures, safe work practices, and client-specific regulatory requirements.
Remain accountable for HSE results and work toward defined goals.
Communicate HSE goals to direct reports and coach, mentor, and empower others to achieve desired outcomes.
Conduct periodic quality assessments of HSE processes and support successful implementation of HSE programs.