Portland, Tennessee, United States On-site Employment

Nucor is hiring a FITTER

About the Role

Nucor is looking for a Fitter to join our team in Portland, TN. In this role, you will perform various fit up and tacking operations on structural assemblies, interpret weld symbols, and follow weld procedures, contributing to our culture built on safety, teamwork, and continuous innovation.

What You'll Do

  • Perform various fit up and tacking operations on a variety of structural assemblies.
  • Interpret weld symbols and follow weld procedures.
  • Add stiffeners, brackets, face plates, etc. using prints for location prior to finish welding.
  • Use clamps, jigs, tape, square, arc air gouger, cutting torch and plasma as required using judgment to prevent warping and misalignment.
  • Operate jib crane.
  • Maintain necessary records.
  • Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to proper supervision.
  • Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain quality standards.
  • Perform other duties as required.
  • Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

What We're Looking For

  • Experience with reading drawings, prints, and proficient with tape measure and micrometer.
  • Must currently possess or pass AWS within 90 days.

Nice to Have

  • At least 1-year prior experience in fabrication.

Technical Stack

  • Clamps, Jigs, Tape measure, Square, Arc air gouger, Cutting torch, Plasma, Jib crane

Benefits & Compensation

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401K and Roth accounts
  • Profit sharing
  • Pay-for-performance bonuses
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Stock program
  • Scholarships

Work Mode

This is an onsite position located in Portland, TN, United States.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.

Required Skills
ClampsJigsTape measureSquareArc air gougerCutting torchPlasmaJib craneReading drawingsReading printsMicrometerAWS certification
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North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, known for innovative sustainability practices and is the continent's largest recycler.

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Job Details
Department Skilled Trades - Construction
Category other
Posted 14 days ago