Fitter/Welder (Entry Level) - Plant 19
- Uses jigs/holding fixtures to lay out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics or work orders and uses manual/semi-automatic/automatic welding equipment to join, surface, fabricate and repair parts of metal or other weldable materials.
- Inspects completed work for conformance to specifications and performs minor maintenance to equipment.
- Lays out, positions, aligns and fits together fabricated parts of metal according to layouts, work orders, blueprints, schematics and sketches in preparation for welding.
- Tack-welds pieces together.
- Applies appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate and repair parts of metal or other weldable materials according to layouts, work orders, blueprints schematics and sketches using manual and/or semi-automatic welding equipment.
- May lay out and mark weld points on parts or sub-assemblies.
- May position pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.
- May inspect completed work for conformance to specifications.
- Observes all standard safety practices and maintains and completes all required records.
- Follows all safety rules and practices.
- May be involved in safety committees or initiatives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Requires basic skill, routine tasks and very little training
- Works on routine manufacturing assignments that have clear goals and standard procedures
- Receives detailed instructions and close supervision
- Learns job skills, company policies and processes to do routine tasks
- Limited or no technical knowledge required
- Ability to follow verbal or simple written instructions and procedures
- May need to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty
- Moves parts into position
- Removes high spots using grinders
- Fits and tack welds sub-assemblies or to jacket
- Accurately measures within specified tolerances
- Entry level with ability to read blue prints
- Aligns parts using jack, turnbuckles, overhead cranes, pins, wedges and hammer
- Removes high spots using grinders
- Performs general housekeeping/clean up in assigned work area
- 1 year of fitter/welder training or related experience is preferred
- Prior experience in a manufacturing/industrial/construction related field is beneficial
- Current Shift - 6AM - 4:30PM Monday - Thursday; subject to change and based on production needs
Why Join Trinity?
Trinity Industries offers a comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees are offered Trinity’s standard company benefits package, which includes paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, 401(k) with match and additional retirement contributions, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance. Little known fact about Trinity Industries: Once people come to work here, they tend to stay. Trinity is employee-focused and involved in our communities, which is probably why working for Trinity feels more like family than a large corporation. Add in the industry leading industrial products we build, and you can see why our employees are proud to call Trinity home. What legacy will you build?
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