Welder/Fitter II
Forum Energy Technologies · f-e-t.com
BroussardMid level3+ yrs
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The job in short
Welding and fitting fabrication.
Details
- Found
- 11 d ago · posted 2026-10-13
- Location as listed
- Broussard, LA, United States
- Role
- Production / Machine Operator
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Position Summary
The Welder/Fitter II is responsible for fitting, fabricating, and welding components and assemblies used in oil and gas production equipment. This position requires the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, perform precision fit-up work, and complete high-quality welds in accordance with company and customer specifications. The Welder/Fitter II must work independently on moderately complex assemblies while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, weld procedures, and work instructions.
• Layout, fit, align, and assemble structural and mechanical components prior to welding.
• Perform MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Core welding as required.
• Fabricate and weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloy materials used in oil and gas equipment.
• Verify dimensions and tolerances using measuring instruments such as tape measures, calipers, squares, and levels.
• Operate fabrication equipment including grinders, saws, drills, ironworkers, and other shop tools.
• Assemble and weld pressure-containing and non-pressure-containing components in accordance with applicable specifications.
• Identify and correct fit-up and fabrication issues to ensure quality and functionality of finished products.
• Work from bills of material, assembly drawings, and production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for defects and conformance to specifications.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production personnel to resolve manufacturing issues and improve processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support overtime and weekend work as needed to meet customer and production demands.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of welding and fitting experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or oil and gas equipment environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret fabrication and assembly drawings.
• Proficient in weld fit-up techniques and blueprint interpretation.
• Experience working with production equipment, pressure control equipment, valves, manifolds, skids, production equipment, or similar oilfield products preferred.
• Knowledge of welding symbols, fabrication practices, and basic shop math.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
This is a safety-sensitive position.
About FET
FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.
FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.
FET participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. FET participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU..
As part of our hiring process, we may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to help review and assess applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.
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