The Role
Interpret blueprints to tack-fit and weld steel transmission poles, towers, substation and support structures. Lay out, measure, position, align, cut, and weld parts using hand and power tools and cranes, ensuring specifications and quality standards. Must pass on-site tack test and follow safe work practices.
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Come join our team at DIS-TRAN Steel!
Our people – not our machinery - are our biggest assets. DIS-TRAN Steel’s leadership team lives by our company values, modeling our culture of respect and integrity each day. We're a team that likes to have fun, but we also know how to get stuff done.
DIS-TRAN Steel, located in Pineville, LA, is looking for a Fitter I to join the team.
Fitters will interpret blueprints to tack fit structures including tubular steel transmission poles, latticed transmission towers, substation deadend and support structures and other specialty structures. Fitters must be capable of fitting steel layouts according to specifications. Individuals must be able to perform duties with speed and accuracy in order to produce a quality product and keep a steady flow of products. This position will frequently use calculating skills, by tape measure or other device. This position will use other moving machinery or equipment, including cranes, in order to manipulate steel structures.
COMPETENCIES
- Customer Focus
- Decision Quality
- Business Insight
- Drives Results
- Collaborates
- Communicates Effectively
- Courage
- Instills Trust
- Manages Ambiguity
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operates safety equipment and uses safe work habits.
- Studies engineering drawings and blueprints to determine materials, requirements, and task sequences.
- Plans steel layout according to specifications.
- Lays out full scale drawings of structures, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints within specified tolerances.
- Moves parts safely into position; manually or with hoists or cranes.
- Lays out, positions, aligns, and secures parts and assemblies prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
- Measures and marks steel for manipulation.
- Assembles fittings according to specifications by welding.
- Recognizes, sets up, and operates hand and power tools common to the welding trade.
- Positions, aligns, and welds parts to form complete structures, following blueprints and layout specifications, using machinery, welding torches, and hand tools.
- Verifies conformance of steel to specifications by measuring tapes or other measuring devices.
- Examines steel or workpieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met.
- Cuts material using torches and other cutting equipment common to the welding trade.
REQUIREMENTS FOR FITTER I
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to interpret blueprints required.
- Ability to read a tape measure required.
- Welding / fitting certification or prior fitting experience preferred.
- Certifications or prior experience using moving machinery, such as cranes, preferred.
- Must pass on site tack test.
- Regular, reliable attendance is required.
Referral Level: Trades and Skilled Level
Not eligible for Enhanced Referral
Not eligible for External Referral
More information regarding The Crest Industries Family of Companies’ Internal and External Referral Programs can be found here: https://www.crestoperations.com/recruit-new
As strategists, operational experts, customer advocates and team players, we all believe in the power of our people. Explore how you can become a part of our team of strength and commitment that's built to last!
DIS-TRAN Steel is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
DIS-TRAN Steel is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
Part of the CREST INDUSTRIES family of companies.
Skills Required
- Ability to interpret blueprints
- Ability to read a tape measure
- Must pass on-site tack test
- Regular, reliable attendance
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Welding / fitting certification or prior fitting experience
- Certifications or prior experience using moving machinery (e.g., cranes)
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The Company
What We Do
Crest Industries is a holding company that provides engineering, procurement, packaging, construction, and industrial services through its various subsidiaries. It operates across sectors including electric power delivery, industrial services, distribution, and natural resources. Founded in 1958, the company focuses on delivering reliable, innovative solutions to help customers manage change and solve complex problems, leveraging a solid foundation, innovation, and a commitment to its people.
