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Fit Up - Weld

Humansville, MO ยท On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

An effective Team Member is a key contributor to the structural steel fabrication team and tasked with producing quality fabricated steel assemblies. This individual demonstrates technical expertise ...

$110K - $152K/yr

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Set-up Welder

Pewaukee, WI ยท On-site

$19 - $25.25/hr

Lay out, fit, align, clamp, and tack-weld components to prepare assemblies and weldments for final MIG welding. * Verify material type, dimensions, joint preparation, fit-up, weld locations, and ...

Set-up Welder

Pewaukee, WI ยท On-site

$19 - $25.25/hr

Lay out, fit, align, clamp, and tack-weld components to prepare assemblies and weldments for final MIG welding. * Verify material type, dimensions, joint preparation, fit-up, weld locations, and ...

Set-up Welder

Pewaukee, WI ยท On-site

$19 - $25.25/hr

Lay out, fit, align, clamp, and tack-weld components to prepare assemblies and weldments for final MIG welding. * Verify material type, dimensions, joint preparation, fit-up, weld locations, and ...

Production Supervisor - Fit/Weld (1st Shift)

Steele, AL ยท On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Coach employees on work quality and quantity such as fit-up and welding processes, ensuring goals are met and solving issues as they arise and are identified. * Ensure the production of sufficient ...

Up Fit Installer

Louisville, KY ยท On-site

$25/hr

Up Fit Installer Description The Up Fit Installer installs steel, electrical and other components required for vehicle upfits. Disassembles and reassembles vehicles as needed for each installation.

Up Fit Installer

Louisville, KY ยท On-site

$25/hr

Up Fit Installer Description The Up Fit Installer installs steel, electrical and other components required for vehicle upfits. Disassembles and reassembles vehicles as needed for each installation.

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How much do fit up jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for fit up in the United States is $20.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fit up?

Fit Up jobs refer to roles in the manufacturing and construction industries where workers are responsible for assembling and aligning metal parts, such as beams, plates, or pipes, before they are welded or joined together. Fit Up technicians or fitters ensure that components are accurately positioned according to blueprints or specifications, using tools and measuring instruments to check alignment and fit. Their work is critical for ensuring the structural integrity and quality of the final assembly. Fit Up jobs require attention to detail, good spatial skills, and often experience with welding or fabrication processes.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a fit up technician?

To thrive as a Fit Up technician, you need a solid understanding of blueprint reading, welding techniques, and metal fabrication, often supported by vocational training or relevant certifications. Familiarity with tools such as measuring instruments, welding machines, and alignment systems is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for ensuring precision and safety on the job. These competencies are essential for producing high-quality assemblies, maintaining workplace safety, and meeting project specifications in metalworking environments.

What are common challenges faced by fit up professionals during the assembly process, and how can they be overcome?

Fit Up professionals often encounter challenges such as misalignment of components, tight tolerances, and handling heavy or irregularly shaped parts. These issues can typically be managed through precise measurement, effective communication with welders and fabricators, and the use of proper tools and jigs to ensure accuracy. Maintaining attention to detail and adhering to safety protocols are essential for ensuring that assemblies meet quality standards and project timelines.

What is the difference between Fit Up vs Pipe Fitter?

AspectFit UpPipe Fitter
Primary RoleAssembling and aligning pipe sections before welding or joiningInstalling, assembling, and maintaining piping systems in various industries
Skills & CertificationsMeasuring, cutting, fitting, often requires welding certificationsPipe installation, welding, blueprint reading, often requires welding certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial plants, shipyardsIndustrial plants, construction sites, oil & gas facilities

While both Fit Up and Pipe Fitter roles involve working with piping systems, Fit Up focuses on the precise assembly and alignment of pipe sections prior to welding, whereas Pipe Fitters handle the installation, maintenance, and repair of entire piping systems. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, and they often work together on the same projects in industrial and construction environments.

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Infographic showing various Fit Up job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,910 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Fit Up - Weld

Humansville, MO โ€ข On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

An effective Team Member is a key contributor to the structural steel fabrication team and tasked with producing quality fabricated steel assemblies. This individual demonstrates technical expertise, with attention to detail, and a strong commitment to production, safety and teamwork. This person is reliable, competent, motivated, workable, able to communicate, willing to do all the jobs, and able to improve and develop their skills.

Bountiful Steel Core Values

Care:
  • We care about our customers, our products, our community, and our team. Our actions and decisions reflect this principle.
  • Fair:
  • We behave professionally and model such behavior for our coworkers.
  • We address conflicts or issues within our team promptly and fairly, towards resolutions that benefit everyone.
  • We are truthful and transparent in our dealings, avoiding misleading or withholding information that could impact others' ability to make informed decisions.
  • Reliable:
  • We value other people’s time by being punctual, demonstrating our dedication and responsibility.
  • We use only the allotted PTO & UTO accrual and minimize breaks and phone use.
  • We prioritize effective communication to ensure clarity and understanding.
  • Effective:Team Player
  • We understand the success of the project relies on the collective efforts of the entire team.
  • We work out issues and are helpful while staying in our lanes.
  • We foster a positive and inclusive work environment where team members feel valued, supported, and motivated.
  • We demonstrate an ability and willingness to learn and grow, improving our individual skills and shared knowledge.
  • We always strive to do the right thing, upholding our commitment to honesty and moral principles.
  • Safety Minded
  • We wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety instructions and rules.
  • We understand that safety is a top priority.
  • We lead by example, consistently wearing the required PPE and identifying and addressing potential hazards.
  • Work Ethic
  • We are organized, highly productive, and determined to succeed, consistently delivering highquality work.
  • We do whatever it takes to meet the production demand to ship quality steel on schedule, while improving our processes to work more efficiently.
  • Work duties include but are not limited to:

    Attitude

    Teamwork

    Willingness to learn

    Positivity and Enthusiasm

    Responsibility and Accountability

    Adaptability

    Respectfulness

    Reliability

    Be on time every time

    Use only allotted time off

    Work Schedule Flexibility

    Effectiveness

    Initiative

    Production Efficiency

    Time Management

    Communication

    Professional Growth

    Skill Level

    Quality

    Adherence to Standards and Procedures

    Accuracy

    Quickly to Address and Rework Quality Issues

    Safety

    Adherence to safety policies

    Safe work practices

    Safety trainingAwareness of safety hazards

    (see attached team member evaluation criteria)

    Task related skills:
  • Accurately interpret and apply fabrication drawings, welding symbols, and layout instructions.
  • Accurately cut and cope materials as directed by shop drawings.
  • Perform precise fitup of handrails, ladders and other components, ensuring alignment and dimensional accuracy.
  • Execute highquality welds using appropriate techniques based on material and project requirements.
  • Conduct visual inspections and measurements to verify compliance with specifications and tolerances.
  • Collaborate with team members to maintain efficient workflow and uphold safety protocols.
  • Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in clean and functional condition.
  • Work priorities:
  • Be on time and ready for work.
  • Don’t overuse personal time.
  • Follow the work directions of your Chief and Leaders.
  • Demonstrate consistent reliability and craftsmanship in both fitup and welding tasks.
  • Actively support your team to achieve production goals
  • Contribute to a positive and safetyconscious work environment.
  • Show initiative in problemsolving and adapting to complex fabrication challenges.
  • Uphold quality standards and contributes to timely project completion.
  • Safely operate overhead cranes
  • Load material (parts and beams or columns) onto work benches
  • Structural welders must meet several physical demands due to the nature of the work:

    Strength and Stamina: Ability to lift and carry heavy tools, materials, and equipment (often 50+ lbs). Some lifting may be sustained for long periods.

    Manual Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills to handle welding tools and perform precise welds.

    Endurance: Ability to stand, stoop, crouch, kneel, or climb for extended periods.

    Flexibility: Must be able to work in various positions, including overhead, vertical, and confined spaces.

    Visual Acuity: Good vision (with or without correction) to inspect welds and read blueprints.

    Balance and Coordination: Especially important when working at heights or on scaffolding.

    Work Locations: Indoor fabrication shop and occasional outdoor work.

    Weather Exposure: Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions, including heat, humidity, cold, rain, and wind.

    A Fitter Welder operates primarily in a structural steel fabrication shop, with occasional outdoor work, which presents a variety of environmental and physical hazards. The role requires strict adherence to safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

    Environmental Conditions:
  • Exposure to high noise levels from cutting, grinding, and welding operations.
  • Frequent presence of dust, fumes, and airborne particles, especially from welding and metal finishing.
  • Variable temperatures due to weather, open bay doors, welding heat, and seasonal changes.
  • Occasional work at elevated heights or in confined spaces during inspections of large assemblies.
  • Physical Hazards:
  • Risk of cuts, burns, and abrasions from sharp edges, hot surfaces, and welding equipment.
  • Potential for impact injuries from moving steel components, overhead cranes, forklifts, and other heavy machinery.
  • Exposure to welding arcs and UV radiation, requiring proper eye and skin protection.
  • Manual handling of heavy tools and materials, requiring proper lifting techniques and ergonomic awareness.
  • Safety Requirements:
  • Must wear appropriate PPE including steeltoed boots, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and flameresistant clothing.
  • Must be trained in many safety topics including but not limited to hazard communication (HazCom), lockout/tagout (LOTO), fall protection, and confined space entry procedures.
  • Expected to participate in regular safety meetings, audits, and emergency drills.
  • Responsible for reporting unsafe conditions and participating in continuous improvement of shop safety practices.
  • Must obtain OSHA 10 card for jobsite work.
  • Compliance: Must follow OSHA safety standards and AISC Quality and Welding standards

    Work Schedule: May include overtime, weekends, and night shifts depending on project deadlines.