Location: Greensburg, LA
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: Based on experience and fitter classification (DOE)
Southland Steel Fabricators is seeking a skilled and motivated Structural Steel Fitter to join our fabrication team. If you take pride in producing high-quality work, have experience reading blueprints and assembling structural steel components, we want to hear from you.
- Assemble and fit steel components according to blueprints, shop drawings, and specifications
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Interpret welding symbols, drawings, and work orders to determine project requirements
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Perform precise measurements, layout work, and fitting tasks to ensure quality and accuracy
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Prepare materials by cutting, drilling, grinding, beveling, and fitting components
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Operate shop equipment including grinders, drills, saws, punches, oxy-fuel torches, plasma cutters, and other hand tools
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Complete weld preparation activities as required
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Move and organize materials to support production needs
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Install temporary bracing to prevent distortion during welding
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Conduct visual quality inspections to verify work meets company standards
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Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
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Assist with additional fabrication tasks as directed by supervision
- Knowledge of basic shop mathematics
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Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and welding symbols
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1–2 years of structural steel fitting experience
- Heavy structural steel fabrication and fitting experience
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Familiarity with fabrication shop equipment and tools
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Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
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Health insurance
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Dental insurance
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Vision insurance
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Life insurance
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401(k) with company matching
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Paid time off
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Full-time employment
- Stand for extended periods
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Frequently handle tools, equipment, and materials
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Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
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Bend, squat, kneel, and crouch as needed
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Work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and humidity
- Must be able to commute to or work from Greensburg, LA 70441
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Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check
Southland Steel Fabricators is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a safe, productive, and professional workplace.
