How do they match: Layout Workers, Metal and Plastic

  • Fitter
  • Welder
  • Layout Fitter
  • Marine Fitter
  • Plate Fitter
  • Ship Fitter

  • Fit and align fabricated parts to be welded or assembled.
  • Brace parts in position within hulls or ships for riveting or welding.
  • Compute layout dimensions, and determine and mark reference points on metal stock or workpieces for further processing, such as welding and assembly.
  • Mark curves, lines, holes, dimensions, and welding symbols onto workpieces, using scribes, soapstones, punches, and hand drills.
  • Plan locations and sequences of cutting, drilling, bending, rolling, punching, and welding operations, using compasses, protractors, dividers, and rules.