Hiring Vessel Fitters!

Spitzer Industries•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Spitzer, a recognized industry leader in designing and fabricating high-specification equipment, is currently seeking Vessel Fitters to join our team. Spitzer is a fast-paced company that focuses on exceeding our customers’ expectations on every project. We believe we provide exceptional value through the quality of our work, our commitment to safety and by delivering products on schedule. You'll find a unique team of individuals who continue to push the boundaries of what is possible. A diverse team, a great culture, and a positive work environment are just some of the things that make working at Spitzer so rewarding.

Requirements

Ability to follow shop procedures, quality procedures and safely practices.
Must have verbal skills with fluency for the responsibilities assigned.
Requires 5+ years of pressure vessel shop fabrication experience.
Proficient in basic math including addition/subtraction of whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
Proficient in reading a tape measure / ruler in increments of 1/16” or smaller.
Ability to calculate degrees and circumference using basic algebra and geometry
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
Ability to understand manufacturing sequence in a vessel fabrication shop.
Ability to use various welding, grinding and fitting tools.
Must be able to perform 3G weld test.
Ability to lift materials job components up to 30 pounds.
Experience in fabricating large vessels / towers as well as smaller vessels carbon steel or stainless steel.

Nice To Haves

Uses overhead cranes, jib cranes and other lifting/rigging devices to move components in a safe manner is a plus.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow safety policies and procedures of the shop.
Conforms to shop quality practices and procedures.
Interprets drawing and specifications to determine best sequence of fabrication.
Uses MIG & Flux core welding processes to tack.
Tack Carbon steel and/or Stainless-steel components using weld procedures.
Fit up nozzles & couplings according to the outside projections and angle.
Layout & cut baffle plates, openings to fit nozzle & couplings to head based on drawing specifications.
Fit-up Internals subassembly for pressure vessels and Fit-up internal assembly into the required shell.
Checks fit ups of other welders using appropriate tools.
Uses flame cutting torch, carbon arc gouging, plasma arc, portable grinders and other tools.
Works productively with others to help determine best solutions.
Uses overhead cranes, jib cranes and other lifting/rigging devices to move components in a safe manner is a plus.
Other duties as assigned by the Foreman.