Welder/Fitter

Turner Construction Company•Decatur, AL

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Fabricate and assemble miscellaneous metals for various project related needs. This role requires a strong understanding of scopes of work per plans and specifications, ensuring compliance with company standards, safety codes, and regulations. The position involves designing and constructing supplemental templates and fixtures, developing layouts, and operating fabricating machines and welding equipment. The Welder/Fitter will also be responsible for operating various types of equipment, including forklifts and cranes, and maintaining quality control and accuracy. Communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

Minimum of 1 years of experience in fabrication shop or similar environment required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Achieve passing score on pre-employment test related to trade specialty (e.g., bend and or/ X Ray)
Proficient knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction or repair of buildings or other structures, foundations, and framing
Ability to understand, and interpret construction contract documents, drawings (e.g., shop, structural, blueprints, sketches, and/or building plans), specifications, scopes of work, vendor tags, and project schedule to determine dimensions and materials to execute work activities
Proficient use of related tools to complete work assignments
Knowledge of and able to apply arithmetic and basic geometry to work tasks
Ability to measure, read, and convey lengths with ruler or tape with high degree of accuracy
Strong planning and analysis skills
Able to think critically and use good judgment to solve problems
Ability to take direction, work independently with minimal supervision, and in team environment
Ability to apply active listening skills, ask clarifying questions, and complete assignments as directed
Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills and engage with all levels of teams, clients, business partners, and management
Reliable transportation required

Nice To Haves

Fabrication certificate from related craft training program strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Fully comprehend scopes of work per plans and specifications to complete job assignment.
Ensure Trade employees, subcontractors, and vendors to comply with Turner standards, safety codes, regulations, and jobsite security.
Display high level of teamwork, integrity, commitment, and leadership in daily operations.
Fully understand work instructions, project signage, and safety instructions from tool and equipment manufacturers and prepare and inspect tools prior use to ensure safe and working condition.
Participate in daily Pre-Task Plans, follow safety expectations for operation of equipment and tools, select appropriate equipment for performing work, adhere to safety protocols to perform work, and wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
Design and construct supplemental templates and fixtures to secure production parts.
Develop layouts and plan sequences of operations, applying knowledge of geometry, stock allowances for thickness, machining, welding shrinkage, and physical properties of metal.
Locate and mark bending lines, drill centers, and cut lines onto work piece.
Set up and operate fabricating machines (e.g., brakes, rolls, shears, flame cutters, drill presses).
Verify conformance of work piece to specifications, using square, ruler, and measuring tape, and hold team accountable to same standard of quality control and accuracy.
Fabricate and assemble sheet metal products.
Weld stainless steel, carbon steel, and possibly other alloys in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
Set up and operate machine tools associated with fabricating shops, (e.g., radial drill press, end mill, edge planer).
Operate forklift, boom truck, or overhead crane to position materials for fabrications or to handle loading and unloading trucks and equipment.
Operate various types of welding machines and supporting hand tools.
Operate equipment including forklifts, backhoe, skid steer, excavator, compactors, and construction hoist.
Ensure security of equipment and work area while conducting operations.
Identify, communicate, and escalate problems and issues to Supervisor for immediate resolution.
Track production of completed tasks.
Maintain positive working relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers and other employees.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.