How do they match: Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters

  • Iron Worker
  • Metal Products Assembler
  • Metal Products Fabricator
  • Ornamental Metal Worker
  • Ornamental Metal Worker Apprentice

  • Fabricate, position, align, and fit parts of structural metal products.

  • Lift or move materials and finished products, using large cranes.
  • Locate and mark workpiece bending and cutting lines, allowing for stock thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and other component specifications.

  • Construct patterns, templates, or other work aids.
  • Direct operational or production activities.
  • Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
  • Heat material or workpieces to prepare for or complete production.
  • Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products.
  • Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.
  • Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
  • Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.