Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking Fitter/Welders to join our team in the West Jordan, Utah Fabrication Shop. In this role, you will work layout, fit, and fabricate structural and miscellaneous steel members in accordance with drawings, job specifications, applicable code requirements, and company expectations. This is a vital role and as such requires a high degree of punctuality and attendance, professionalism, and adherence to safety protocols.

About Us:

SME Steel Contractors has provided comprehensive structural steel fabrication and erection since 1992 and is one of the largest fabricators/erectors of structural steel in the United States. Driven to be different from all others, SME is a division 5 company with a commitment to safety, value, and innovation. Visit to learn more. SME Steel Contractors is a division of SME Industries, Inc.

Why Join Us?

• Health and Wellness Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance. We keep benefits costs low for employees - SME pays about 90% of insurance premium costs.
• Financial Benefits including competitive compensation and 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Additional Benefits including Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain Punctual attendance, consistently meet performance expectations, and demonstrate professional conduct.
• Consistently use required PPE and follow safety practices according to company policy and industry standard. Recognize and address safety hazards in all process applications. Report all safety hazards to the supervisor or management immediately.
• Use personal and company equipment safely, and inspect and resolve or report equipment issues as they occur. Be organized, coordinated, and maintain a reasonably clean work area.
• Read and interpret shop drawings & specifications.
• Study and apply job specifications, company standards, and code standards as required with minimal assistance.
• Measure, layout, cut, assemble, secure, and weld as needed and allocate time saving tasks to other employees aiding in fabrication. Accurately straighten and camber with heat.
• Inspect work and assure shop quality requirements are met or exceeded.
• Move structural elements by hand and machine through the use of chain rigging, overhead/jib crane, material conveyor, or transfer stations and other material handling equipment.
• Work well with others and know the location of people and equipment in the surrounding area. Confront personnel and work issues in a professional manner.
• Support and contribute to ongoing process improvement, maintain a positive attitude, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and teach.

Qualifications

Required:

• Authorized to work in the U.S. and provide documentation upon hire.
• Able to read shop drawings, and fit and assemble materials as specified.
• Experienced with Flux-Cored (FCAW), Metal-Cored (MCAW), Gas-Shielded Metal Cored (GMAW-C) Welding processes. Must be able to pass a weld test (administered as part of the interview process).
• Able to physically perform task requirements including lifting 65 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work extended hours.
• Able to consistently arrive ready to work at the start of scheduled shift and work entire shift. Standard Schedules: Day Shift: 5am-3:30pm, Night Shift: 4pm-2:30am. Overtime schedules available including longer shifts and weekends, Schedules may be adjusted to meet production needs.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Experience with structural steel projects including buildings, industrial structures, and bridges
• AWS Certified Welder

Position Responsibilities: This job posting reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this position at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity: SME Industries, Inc. and its divisions (SME Steel Contractors, Southwest Steel, CoreBrace, DuraFuse, and SME Logistics) is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job-related characteristic as directed by law.

Employment Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Proof of eligibility will be required upon hire.

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