A Metal Fabricator (Fitter) builds, assembles and repairs products made of ferrous and non ferrous metals for use in a wide variety of manufacturing and construction industries. Specifically, a Metal Fabricator (Fitter):
- reads and interprets engineered drawings, sketches, codes and standards
- plans the sequence of tasks and executes fabrication safely and efficiently
- performs calculations and applies shop formulas by using mathematical methods to develop patterns
- completes the task of measuring, marking and laying out a variety of plate and structural shapes
- sets up and operates trade specific machinery to cut and form parts to be assembled
- assembles and fits parts to form sub-assemblies or complete units used in the manufacturing process
- connects components using various welding processes and mechanical fasteners
- utilizes material handling, rigging, hoisting and lifting equipment safely
- performs job duties safely and with precision ensuring compliance with drawings and applicable codes and standards
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