Cooper Steel
Job Location :
Shelbyville,TN, USA
Posted on :
2025-08-03T12:25:29Z
Job Description :
The Fitter supports Cooper Steel's goals, values, and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, quality service, commitment, and accountability. As a member of the Cooper Steel team, performance includes demonstration of the following accountabilities: communication, teamwork, job knowledge and leadership.POSITION SUMMARYThe Fitter is responsible for understanding blueprints and welding techniques to execute the highest standards of welding performance.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:Interpret blueprints to fabricate structural steelDetermine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirementsOperate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be weldedWeld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions.Set up components for welding equipment in accordance to specifications (e.g. cut material with gad torch to match measurements)Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flawsMaintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safetyEnsure work is done safely and meets quality standardsKeep work areas clean and organizedREQUIREMENTS:Proven experience as welderExperience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (flux-core, MIG weld)Experience in using electrical or manual tools (grinder, squares, tape measure, hand tools)Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawingsKnowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)Attention to detailAbility to learn safe overhead crane operationsProficient in EnglishProfessional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus
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