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Location: New Iberia, Louisiana
Company: Encore Oilfield Services, LLC

Encore Oilfield Services, LLC is seeking a skilled Structural Fitter to join our manufacturing team in New Iberia, Louisiana. This position is responsible for safely fitting, fabricating, and assembling structural steel components used in natural gas compression equipment while maintaining exceptional quality, productivity, and adherence to company safety standards.

The ideal candidate has experience reading fabrication drawings, fitting structural components, and working collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Fit and assemble structural steel components according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Lay out, position, and secure structural members for welding and fabrication.
• Tack weld skids, braces, and miscellaneous structural members using MIG and/or Flux Core welding processes.
• Read and interpret structural blueprints, fabrication drawings, and P&IDs.
• Perform mathematical calculations to determine cut lengths and material layouts.
• Operate cutting, drilling, hole punching, and other fabrication equipment safely.
• Position materials using jigs, holding fixtures, guides, measuring instruments, and hand tools.
• Perform grinding and material preparation as needed.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, rigging equipment, and pneumatic hand tools.
• Inspect fit-up to ensure components meet dimensional and quality requirements prior to welding.
• Follow all company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Promote teamwork, productivity, and continuous process improvement within the Structural team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of structural fitting, fabrication, or related manufacturing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to tack weld and safely operate grinders.
• Ability to read and interpret structural blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Knowledge of structural steel materials and fabrication practices.
• Experience operating overhead cranes, hand tools, and fabrication equipment.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to fabrication and layout.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to maintain high productivity standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

• Experience fitting structural steel for the oil & gas industry.
• Experience fitting pipe, pressure vessels, and structural components.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs.
• Experience with rolling offset pipe calculations and layout.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing or natural gas compression equipment fabrication.

• Structural fitting and layout
• MIG and Flux Core tack welding
• Blueprint and fabrication drawing interpretation
• P&ID interpretation
• Structural steel fabrication
• Measuring instruments and layout tools
• Material cut calculations
• Cutting, drilling, and hole punching equipment
• Overhead crane operation
• Rigging and material handling
• Safe operation of pneumatic hand tools

• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Dependable work ethic
• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to support continuous improvement
• Strong time management and productivity

• Frequently bend, squat, climb, stoop, kneel, and reach.
• Work at elevated heights and in confined or enclosed spaces as required.
• Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and frequently lift or carry up to 25 pounds.
• Stand for extended periods while performing fitting and fabrication tasks.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to safely perform all essential job functions while wearing required PPE.

This position is based in a manufacturing and fabrication facility with occasional outdoor work. Employees regularly work around overhead cranes, heavy materials, fabrication equipment, and industrial machinery while following all required safety procedures.

Encore Oilfield Services, LLC offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability insurance
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability insurance

• Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a post-offer drug screen and background check.
• Encore Oilfield Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.