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Fab Shop Fitter II (Mechanical & Plate)
Fabrication · Birmingham, AL · Pay: $23 to $28 per hour · Reports to Fabrication Supervisor / Shop Foreman
You'll lay out, fit, and assemble mechanical components and plate fabrications to the drawing, so every piece is square, true, and ready for the welder.
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What you'll do
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, fabrication blueprints, and assembly prints.
- Perform mechanical and plate fitting, including layout, alignment, and assembly of components.
- Measure, mark, cut, bevel, and prepare materials for fabrication and welding.
- Fit plates, structural shapes, brackets, stiffeners, and mechanical components to required dimensions.
- Verify dimensions, squareness, hole locations, and alignment before releasing work for welding or final assembly.
- Use hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, clamps, fixtures, and fitting aids safely and correctly.
- Spot drawing discrepancies, material issues, and fit-up problems, and report them to your supervisor.
- Work with welders, machinists, and quality control so assemblies meet specification.
- Keep a clean, organized work area and follow all company safety procedures.
- Complete assigned work on schedule while keeping errors and rework to a minimum.
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What you bring
- 2 to 5 years of experience in industrial fabrication, mechanical fitting, or plate fitting
- Able to read and interpret fabrication drawings and mechanical prints
- Knowledge of measurements, tolerances, layout, and basic shop math
- Experience with common fabrication tools and measuring equipment
- Able to work independently on routine and moderately complex fitting assignments
- Dependable, safety-conscious, and committed to quality work
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Physical demands and work environment
- Stand, bend, kneel, and work in a fabrication shop for extended periods.
- Handle materials and equipment within established safety limits.
- Wear required PPE and work safely around fabrication equipment and materials.
What we expect: accurate work to approved drawings, steady production without cutting corners on quality or safety, problems raised before they cause delays or rework, good housekeeping, and reliable, accountable workmanship.
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