Job Posting Title: Fitter

Job Description

Position Summary

The Fitter is responsible for laying out, fitting, aligning, and assembling structural steel and fabricated metal components in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, customer specifications, and ADVEX quality standards. This position requires proficiency in blueprint interpretation, precision measurement, material preparation, and fit-up techniques to ensure assemblies meet dimensional and structural requirements. The Fitter works closely with welders and other production personnel to support efficient fabrication operations while maintaining quality, safety, and production standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review job travelers, blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and customer specifications to determine layout, fitting, and assembly requirements.
• Measure, mark, lay out, position, and align metal components to specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Prepare materials through cutting, grinding, beveling, drilling, and other fabrication methods as required.
• Fit and assemble structural steel, plates, beams, angles, channels, and other fabricated metal components.
• Use clamps, fixtures, tack welds, and other approved methods to secure components in preparation for final welding.
• Verify alignment, squareness, level, dimensions, and fit-up using precision measuring instruments.
• Identify and correct dimensional discrepancies, material defects, and fit-up issues before final assembly or welding.
• Perform tack welding and weld preparation within demonstrated qualifications and assigned responsibilities.
• Inspect completed fit-ups to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, fabrication tolerances, and applicable quality requirements.
• Coordinate with welders, supervisors, and other production personnel to resolve fabrication challenges and maintain workflow.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, cutting equipment, and material-handling equipment.
• Maintain accurate production records, including job travelers, inspection documentation, and work completion information.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report damaged tools, equipment malfunctions, or unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with company safety procedures and 5S standards.
• Follow established safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Tools and Equipment

• Tape measures, combination squares, levels, and precision measuring instruments
• Layout tools, scribes, punches, straightedges, and marking equipment
• Clamps, fixtures, jigs, and alignment tools
• Grinders, drills, cutting tools, and other fabrication equipment
• Welding equipment for tack welding and fit-up preparation
• Hydraulic presses and other metalworking equipment as applicable
• Overhead cranes, hoists, and material-handling equipment, when authorized

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience as a Fitter, Structural Fitter, Ship Fitter, or in a related metal fabrication position is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld symbols, and fabrication specifications.
• Working knowledge of structural steel fabrication, metal layout, fitting, and assembly techniques.
• Ability to accurately use measuring instruments and verify dimensions, tolerances, and alignment.
• Familiarity with cutting, grinding, beveling, and material preparation processes.
• Knowledge of tack welding, weld joint preparation, and basic welding practices.
• Ability to identify fit-up discrepancies and make appropriate adjustments to meet fabrication requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while meeting production schedules and quality expectations.
• Understanding of industrial safety procedures, material handling, and proper equipment operation.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and personal transportation.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, kneel, crouch, stoop, reach, and work in various positions.
• Ability to lift and move materials, tools, or components weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or lifting equipment when required.
• Ability to safely position, align, and handle metal components of varying sizes, weights, and configurations.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements and use hands for precision measurement, fitting, and tool operation.
• Ability to work around large fabricated assemblies and access work areas that may require climbing, reaching, or working in confined spaces.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and welding protection when applicable.

Employment Eligibility Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
• Must be able to provide proof of U.S. Person status.
• No felony conviction involving theft, deception, or a violent crime within seven years of the disposition date.
• No felony drug conviction within three years of the disposition date.
• Must be willing to submit to a drug screen and background check.

Work Environment and Safety Requirements

This is an onsite manufacturing position performed in an industrial metal fabrication environment involving structural steel, welding operations, cutting equipment, grinders, overhead cranes, and other production machinery. The employee may be exposed to noise, heat, welding fumes, sparks, airborne particles, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. The position requires compliance with established safety procedures, proper material-handling practices, equipment operating requirements, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Benefits

ADVEX offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; a health savings account; a 401(k) match; paid vacation and holidays; tuition reimbursement; an employee assistance program; and an employee referral bonus, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Why ADVEX Corporation

At ADVEX, every employee contributes to manufacturing mission-critical products for the defense industry and its suppliers. We value craftsmanship, safety, teamwork, and reliable service. ADVEX offers a stable, collaborative environment where employees can apply their technical skill, strengthen their capabilities, and contribute to work that supports our customers and national security initiatives.

About ADVEX Corporation

ADVEX Corporation, based in Hampton, Virginia, has supported the defense industry since 1969. We manufacture machined, fabricated, welded, and finished components for aircraft carriers, submarines, and other marine applications. Customers include HII Newport News Shipbuilding, General Dynamics Electric Boat, BAE Systems, NASA, and Department of Defense facilities. ADVEX divisions include Machining, Light Fabrication, Heavy Fabrication, Marine and Industrial, and Nondestructive Testing.

At ADVEX, it is more than a job. It is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that makes an impact.