Structural Fitter

ACADIAN CONTRACTORS INC•Brownsville, TX

14h

About The Position

The Structural Fitter fits piping and/or structural components according to supplied drawings or field-verified dimensions and follows applicable ACI or customer welding procedures. The role works efficiently with helpers and welders to meet project objectives, verifies materials and measurements, documents fabrication details, and maintains safe, quality-focused work practices. The position also includes providing direction to assigned personnel and collaborating with the Shop Foreman on staffing, cut lists, and material handling.

Requirements

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.
Commitment to applicable HSE policies, procedures, safe work practices, and client-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of fabrication experience, including piping, vessels, and packaged equipment.

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 work.
Perform material take-offs from drawings to determine cut lengths.
Collaborate with the Shop Foreman to assign personnel or issue cut lists when needed.
Communicate with helpers to ensure the appropriate materials and equipment are prepared for project tasks.
Secure parts with bolts, clamps, and tack-welds in preparation for welding.
Verify materials against drawing specifications, including size, rating, grade, project number, and phase; notify the Shop Foreman of discrepancies.
Check measurements for square and level before releasing components to the welder.
Record pre-weld dimensions on fitter drawings for documentation and quality control.
Transfer heat numbers to drawings or cut sheets when work is complete 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.
Adhere consistently to scheduled work hours.
Inspect equipment daily, including torches, torch hoses, grinders, levels, and tapes, to confirm proper 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 each task.
Maintain a positive attitude and provide excellent internal and external customer service.
Embrace and demonstrate Acadian F.I.R.S.T. vision and mission 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.
Take personal accountability for HSE results, communicate goals to direct reports, and coach, mentor, and empower others to achieve them.
Conduct periodic quality assessments of HSE processes to improve coaching and mentoring effectiveness and support implementation of HSE programs.