Structural Fitter

Peak North America US encompasses a group of companies who provide fabrication, construction, machinery and plant design for industrial projects in Canada and the US. Rooted in the forest industry, Peak North America US is continuously refining the group of businesses to include innovative projects that meet the demands of the industrial sector. Companies include Peak North America Construction and Endurance Equipment, both in US in Irvington, AL, and Advanced Sawmill Machinery in Holt, Florida. Canadian operations include Peak North America Construction and Heartland Steel Structures in Prince George, BC, and Peak North America Manufacturing in Canal Flats, BC.

Endurance Equipment is a leader in Woodyard Technology and Equipment for Sawmills, OSB Facilities, Biomass Woodyards and Pulp/Paper Mills. The company was formed in 2009. The strength of Endurance is in its ability and willingness to custom engineer a piece of equipment or processing system to suit a client’s specific needs. Strong engineering coupled with innovation has led to the development and implementation of equipment product lines which routinely set the standards for our competition to follow.

Endurance Equipment LLC is seeking a Structural Fitter to join our team in our Irvington, AL office. The successful candidate will be part of multi-discipline and nimble team supporting the forest products industry. This position will be responsible for assembly, fitting, installation, and fabrication of metal components for various structures and products.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Fits and assembles structural frameworks, sub-assemblies, machines and housings from materials, such as angle iron, I-beams, and plate steel, using hand tools and welding equipment and following blueprint specifications;
• Examines blueprints and materials list to obtain parts specifications;
• Lays out parts dimensions and sets up base pieces (plate, beams, etc.) on floor using chalk line, squares, levels measuring tape and soapstone;
• Tack-welds and braces parts and sub-assemblies to minimize distortion due to welding;
• Positions parts in jig and files, chisels, and grinds parts, as indicated, to fit them together;
• May heat parts with acetylene torch and bend them in vise, on anvil, or around stakes mounted in table;
• May trim parts with acetylene torch;
• Periodically compares dimensions of assembly to blueprint specifications, using square, rule, and measuring tape;
• Must have the basic ability to perform structural, plate and pipe fitting;
• Provides own personal trade tools;
• May do all of the above independently, requiring little supervision.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent and 2 year apprenticeship, on the job training, Vocational, Community or technical College training as a fitter;
• 3 years work experience in metal fabrication as a fitter or any combination of the above.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Proficiency in reading plans and drawings;
• Good knowledge of the various measuring instruments;
• Attention to detail and discipline;
• Excellent communication skills, good attitude and willing to learn;
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills;
• Able to demonstrate multitasking skills and deal with a rapidly changing work environment;
• Safety conscious and adhere to all company safety policies and practices;
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills required;
• Well organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Critical thinker with problem solving skills;
• Able to work minimal to no supervision.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for long periods of time, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, etc.
• Frequent heavy lifting;
• Steady hands, good hand-eye coordination;
• Manual dexterity required to use power and hand tools;
• Fast-paced environment;
• Frequently noisy working environment;
• Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.

Shifts:

Day Shift: Monday to Thursday (6:00am to 4:30pm) 40 hours per week

Weekend Shift: Friday to Sunday (6:00am to 6:30pm) 36 hours per week paid for 40 hours

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, a 401(k) plan with company match, flexible schedule, paid time off.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends only

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23