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Gulf Island & Englobal

Structural Fitter / Welder

Houston, TX

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Role family
Skilled trades
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
25 Sept 2026

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Description

Main Purpose:

The Structural Combo Fitter / Welder assembles structural framework, components and materials such as angle iron, I-beams and other steel components within our Englobal Fabrication and Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Integration Shop.

Essential Functions:

  • Lay out, position, align and fit together fabricated parts of structural metal products according to blueprint and layout specifications
  • Use various processes including GMAW (Mig), FACW (Flux Core) and / or SMAW (Stick)
  • Maintain a positive work atmosphere by functioning and communicating in an effective manner with customers, coworkers, clients and supervisors
  • Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of area
  • Work in a safe and conscientious manner
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor including but not limited to, cleaning, trash/ scrap removal and other production related jobs
  • Assist in yearly audited inventory process
  • Perform basic crane operation
  • Properly fit mill to bear stiffeners
  • Operate various pieces of grinding equipment for extended periods
  • Operate cutting and heating torches and perform accurate simple heat corrections
  • Check camber and sweep tolerances of girders and beams with minimal assistance and be able to effectively make necessary corrections per pertinent codes and specifications
  • Tack weld in all positions using multiple welding processes
  • Grind parts, torque bolts and operate mechanical and manual cutting equipment
  • Produce a finished product that meets recognized standards, codes and customer expectations by maintaining quality procedures and practices within the guidelines of AWS D1.5 fitting tolerances
  • Identify potential hazards and make necessary corrections
  • Read and interpret weld symbols on shop drawings and prints and apply information accordingly
  • Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

  • Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
  • Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
  • Pushing, pulling and reaching
  • Must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Job Requirements:

  • 2+ years experience in structural welding and fitting
  • Must be able to pass a structural fitter test (45 degree cut out I Beam with torch)
  • Must be able to pass a structural welder test (3G on 1/2” carbon steel plate, MIG & FLUX)
  • Knowledge of AWS D1.5 fitting tolerances
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen
  • Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

Structural fitting tools, structural welding tools, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) etc.

Environmental Conditions:

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed indoors within our Englobal Fabrication and I&E Integration Shop. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc.

Englobal a Gulf Island Company will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Englobal a Gulf Island Company, must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Englobal a Gulf Island Company, will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Englobal a Gulf Island Company is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Englobal a Gulf Island Company, employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Englobal a Gulf Island Company. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Englobal a Gulf Island Company, hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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