Tapered Steel Fitter

Steelcon•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At SteelCon Inc., we build the future of America's infrastructure with cutting-edge steel fabrication and structural solutions. From power to progress, we deliver unmatched quality and reliability-one project, one partnership, and one employee at a time. We live by our core values: Excellence, Responsibility, Innovation, and Teamwork. These values fuel our success and create a dynamic environment where our employees grow and thrive. With a commitment to career development, advancement opportunities, and employee well-being, SteelCon is the place where your hard work turns into long-term success.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Prior experience in industrial or structural steel fabrication is highly desirable
Strong ability to read and interpret welding/fabrication drawings and blueprints
Basic math proficiency, including fractions, decimals, and unit conversions
Must be able to read and write in English and understand technical specifications
Familiarity with weld symbols and proper use of welding gauges
Must be able to stand and work for the entirety of an assigned shift (8-10 hours)
Must lift, push, pull, and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs regularly
Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and working in awkward positions
Exposure to elevated noise levels and environmental conditions (heat, cold, dust)
Must use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as welding helmet, gloves, earplugs, safety glasses, etc.

Responsibilities

Interpret complex fabrication blueprints to identify and prepare required materials for assembly.
Safely operate fabrication tools including grinders, drills, torches, and welding machines.
Accurately layout and fit steel components using measuring tools such as levels, squares, and angle finders.
Tack weld structural parts using Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) techniques.
Use overhead cranes and rigging equipment to maneuver large steel structures.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following all company and OSHA safety guidelines.
Inspect work visually and with tools such as weld gauges to ensure quality and code compliance.
Assist other team members in fabrication and troubleshooting as needed.
Demonstrate flexibility and problem-solving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Commit to continuous improvement of processes, safety practices, and work quality.
Follow daily production schedules and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
Consistently attend and participate in shift duties and required training.
Additional duties as assigned by supervisors.