Description
As a Fitter/Fabricator you will set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment. Fabricate and assemble metal using welders, cutters, shapers, and measuring tools according to specifications. You will repair and maintain metal equipment and structures of various sizes.
1st Shift Days
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Required to complete AWS certification 3G test using (FCAW) Flux Core – Mig
- Welding. 1/8 to unlimited thickness.
- Ability to read blueprints using GIT tolerances and AWS weld symbols.
- Must be able to operate overhead cranes using proper rigging techniques, forklifts and drill presses of all types.
- Have general understanding of AWS requirements for weld sizes, multiply passes, pre-heating, inner pass temperatures, partial and full penetration welds.
- Must be able to use oxy fuel torches and burn structural members up to 1” thick.
- Must have own tools: Welding Hood, Welding Gloves, Framing Square, Torpedo Level, 25’ Tape, Ball Peen Hammer, Center Punch, and Side Cut Style Plyers.
- Follow all company safety rules and procedures. Capable of working in a safe and productive manner.
- Capable of lifting 45 pounds in a safe manner.
- Work in a safe manner at a high production rate
- Able to level and square parts while tacking into place
- Fix and rewire welding machines (wire rolls weigh 40lbs)
- Lift and hold 50lbs and be able to set it down gently
- Stand for 8-10 hours
- Climb up and down equipment to fit parts or to weld parts sometimes one handed
- MIG weld: dual shield flux core 0.45 (95%) hard wire 0.35 (5%)
- Be able to read and interpret blueprints
Requirements
- 2 -5 years plus experience in advanced fitting (not pipe fitting)
- Strong capacity for teamwork
- Read and understand Blueprints
- Good communication skills
- Demonstrate initiative and autonomy
- Complete drug screen and background check
Benefits Available:
- Medical (Eligible 1st of the month following hire date.)
- Dental & Vision
- Critical Illness Coverage
- Accident Insurance (off the job accidents)
- Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCA)
- 401(k)
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category
Skills Required
- Complete AWS 3G test using FCAW (Flux Core - MIG)
- 2-5+ years experience in advanced fitting (not pipe fitting)
- Ability to perform MIG welding (dual shield flux core .45 and hard wire .35)
- Ability to weld 1/8 to unlimited thickness and use oxy-fuel torches up to 1"
- Read and interpret blueprints using GIT tolerances and AWS weld symbols
- Operate overhead cranes using proper rigging techniques
- Operate forklifts and drill presses of all types
- Understanding of AWS requirements for weld sizes, multiple passes, pre-heating, inner pass temperatures, partial/full penetration welds
- Possess own welding tools (welding hood, gloves, framing square, torpedo level, 25' tape, ball peen hammer, center punch, side cut pliers)
- Capable of lifting 45-50 pounds and standing 8-10 hours; climb equipment as needed
- Fix and rewire welding machines (handle 40 lb wire rolls)
- Follow company safety rules and work at high production rates
- Strong teamwork, good communication, initiative and autonomy
- Complete drug screen and background check
What We Do
Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Bessemer, Alabama, DeSHAZO LLC is a family-owned manufacturer and servicer of custom-built overhead cranes and material handling equipment. The company provides end-to-end solutions, from custom design and manufacturing to installation and lifelong maintenance. DeSHAZO also delivers turnkey industrial automation systems, including robotic palletizing, machine tending, and conveyor systems for global industrial clients.






