Basic Job Description:
lay out, fit and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms, knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy and engineering requirements.
Includes experimental welders who analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations where procedural information is unavailable.
Job Duties and tasks for welder-fitter
Able to use SMAW, GTAW or FCAW to tack welds or welds components and assemblies.
Able to use shearing machine, powered or hand saw cutting to cut a workpiece.
Able to use measuring instrument such as a micrometer or caliper.
Able to prepares, assembles and joins a wide range of metals and metal alloys. Able to choose and operate the correct equipment, process and methodology depending upon the material being joined.
Able to work on site preparation, construction, and the repair and maintenance of structures.
Can work in many locations and situations.
Able to using thermal cutting processes and should be able to identify and follow the correct preparation for joining as applied to the type, thickness and intended use of the joint. They use grinding and cutting equipment to prepare and finish welded joints.
Able to interpret engineering working drawings, standards and symbols correctly translate these requirements into accurate structures and products.
Need to have a thorough knowledge and understanding of safe working procedures and personal protection equipment. They need to gain specific knowledge of a wide range of welding equipment and processes as well as a good working knowledge of metallurgy.