Fitter/Fabricator

Signal Metal Industries is a well-established steel fabrication and machining company with more than 50 years of experience manufacturing large steel products for customers throughout the United States. We perform both custom job shop and production manufacturing for a variety of heavy industries.

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Plate Fitters/Fabricators to accurately lay out, fit, and assemble large welded steel components using blueprints, fabrication drawings, and shop specifications.

This role requires strong experience in heavy plate fitting, layout, and FCAW tack welding during fit-up in a heavy fabrication environment.

This is primarily a fitting position, not a welding role. If you are interested in welding, complete our welder application instead.

This position is a Full-time Direct Hire located in Irving, Texas.

• Day shift - (Monday - Thursday 4 x 10s), Overtime on Friday as required
• Hourly pay rate $24.00 - $28.00 depending on experience

ASSESMENT:

All candidates must successfully complete a hands-on fitting and welding assessment at our Irving, TX facility. You will need a welding hood, heavy welding gloves, long sleeves, welding pliers (Welpers), cotton work clothes, and steel-toe boots.

Welding Assessment (FCAW Dual Shield)

• 1/16” flux-cored wire
• 10” T-joint plate
• 3/8” material thickness

Positions:

• 3/8” material – 3F vertical uphill weld
• 5/8” material – 2F weld

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Position, align, fit, and assemble heavy steel plate components and large weldments using blueprints, shop drawings, and layout specifications
• Read engineering drawings, bills of material, and work orders to determine fit-up sequence and requirements
• Lay out, measure, and mark materials, accounting for thickness, shrinkage, and fabrication tolerances
• Move and position large components using overhead cranes, hoists, and shop equipment
• Fit parts using clamps, jacks, wedges, pins, and other fabrication tools
• Verify fit-up and dimensions using tape measures, squares, levels, and layout tools
• Tack weld assemblies to secure parts prior to final welding
• Perform FCAW welding during fit-up and fabrication as needed
• Straighten and adjust heavy components using torches, presses, and fabrication methods
• Build simple fixtures or aids to support accurate fit-up when required
• Work with supervisors and team members to maintain production flow and quality
• Maintain a safe and organized fabrication environment
• Perform other duties as assigned.