Fitter - 2nd Shift

Company: Veritas Steel LLC
Location: Palatka
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

Starting Wage: $17.00 - $21.31 per hour based on experience!

Fitters employed at Veritas Steel's Palatka location are responsible for performing all fitting operations, primarily including grinding operations; along with repairs and miscellaneous tasks assigned. They must be able to meet high production demands promptly and complete high-quality work with expertise. Fitters must also adhere to company policies to ensure a safe working environment.
Principle Duties & Responsibilities:
By using proper safety, building some of the most iconic bridge projects in America
Work alongside and learn from some of the most skilled steel fitters in the country
Drill, install high-strength bolts and grind steel components
Produce fillet and groove welds using the SMAW, SAW, and FCAW processes
Maintain a clean, organized work area
Participate in continual improvement activities
Read and interpret blueprints
Work Relationships & Scope:
Reports directly to their lead person and works closely with other welders daily
Quality, accuracy, thoroughness, and reliability of work performed
Safety record and no damage to products or equipment
Works with coworkers to meet the performance and productivity goals of the workday
Ability to establish and maintain trust and respect of shop supervisors and coworkers
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
High School diploma or GED
Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
Need to be able to read metric tapes
Flexibility is necessary to work with others in a variety of circumstances and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods
Must be able to work with a wide variety of individuals in the workplace
Employee must be able to adapt to changing work priorities, communicate with diverse groups, meet deadlines and schedules, work as part of a team, and work with constant interruptions during the workday
Employee must be able to deal effectively with times pressures, long hours, rapidly changing priorities, and stress
Physical Requirements:
Able to lift 40 pounds and carry 30 pounds
Must be able to push /move objects up to 50 pounds of force
Pulling requirements up to 122 pounds of force
Necessary to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel up to 99% of the shift
Must have a good range of motion when reaching forward, shoulder to overhead, and bending
Agile fingers and thumbs on both hands
Working Conditions:
Work is performed indoors in a large warehouse or outside in all weather conditions
There is regular exposure to dirt, dust, paint fumes, noise, moving equipment, heavy steel & other possible hazardous conditions
Safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel-toed boots are required; respirator is required for specific operations

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