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Fitter
AI Summary
Fits and tacks shell and tube heat exchanger components for fabrication, reading drawings and preparing welded connections using oxy/acetylene, plasma, and arc gouging tools.
About this role
About Us
We are one of the nation’s leading providers of industrial solutions, serving as the single-source for our client’s custom shell and tube heat transfer equipment. Our fully integrated shop services include state-of-the-art technologies, engineering, design, manufacturing, fabrication, maintenance, and repair.
Job Summary
Ohmstede Ltd is seeking an individual to fit and tack all shell and tube heat exchanger components and assemblies for fabrication by welders. The ability to read and understand fabrication drawings. Able to measure, layout, and prep all welded connections on the exchanger. This position will require a good understanding of metal fabrication practices, heat effects, metal shrinkage and growth based on heat input in the welding process. The use of oxy/acetylene torch, plasma cutter, arc gouging, grinders along with other tools and techniques required to fit metal items together is required. SMAW and GTAW processes will be utilized.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Qualifications
Knowledge- H.S. diploma or equivalent; or equivalent experience, knowledge of fitting/welding procedures.
Skills- Must read and write English language in order to read weld procedures and fabrication drawings and requirements.
Must be able to pass ASME welding test and have understanding and comprehension of the application of algebra and geometry.
Heat Exchanger job shop or field fabrication experience preferred
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Physical Demands
Required Tools- Hood, gloves, tape, square & center head, approved level, center punch, dividers, hammer, adequate tool box.
Optional Tools- More advanced professional layout tools.
Work Environment
Noisy, cold, hot, dusty, requires 50 lb. lifting ability, climb, stoop, bend, reach, squat, work in unusual positions, exposed to welding fumes, and exposed to normal shop hazards.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.Affirmative Action Policy
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