Fitter/Fabricator $28-34.58 hr

POSITION SUMMARY:

Prep, layout, fit, finish, and repair complex fabrications to work packages per product specifications, and production schedule under the guidance of the shop superintendent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Review, despiser, understand, and execute information from work packages, fabrication drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Cuts, shears, shapes, preps material using various shop equipment for assembly of fabrications.
• Preforms weld preps based on weld symbols and specifications on processed material
• Builds fixtures as needed to hold weldments to tolerance when welding
• Set up and operate machinery to support the fabrication shops such as: hand and power tools, magnetic drills, drill press, grinders, cutting torches, cutting tractors, breaks, shears, etc.
• Lay, position, and align processed materia tol assist welders in securing parts & assembly according to specifications utilizing various measuring devices, straightedges, combination squares, levels, building aids, etc.
• Work within assigned group to move and position workpieces using overhead cranes
• Fills out and maintains work packages as required
• Has own personal basic fitting and measuring tools
• Inspects own work to assure it meets product specifications, issued drawings, shop package completion, and is compliant before presented to QA
• Inspect equipment to maintain functionality; report any equipment malfunctions
• Work with others to assist in the fabrication of multi-component fabrications as well as on their own
• Dispatched to other buildings within the Navy yard and possible other job sites at times when requested

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ year proven work history in the fabrication industry as a fitter/shop fabricator
• Have experience in fitting complex fabrications for welders and fabricating non-welded components
• Advanced knowledge and experience with Shears, Breaks, punches, grinders, cutting torch, drill press, etc.
• US Citizenship and ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Understands welding symbols, can decipher work package diagrams, blueprints, and or other printed instructional material.
• Can cut material utilizing shears, cutting torch, plasma torch track burner, etc.
• Operate break to form material
• Safety-focused.
• Able to work in a team environment and self-motivated.
• OSHA /10 safety training required provided by Rhoads, having an up-to-date Osha/10 a plus
• Working Experience in MIL work Per TP1688 and TP278 in the DOD industry is a plus
• High school Graduate, related Trade school and history of experience in this industry required and or approved dual citizenship may be required

Rhoads is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $28 - $34.58 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Construction site
• Outdoor work
• Warehouse

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Philadelphia, PA 19112: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• fitter/shop fabricator: 5 years (Required)