Billboard Fabricator-Fitter

Job Description Job Description

Fitter / Fabricator - Billboard Manufacturing

Location: Grand Prairie, TX

Schedule: 4x10s (Mon-Thurs) + optional overtime

Pay: $18-$24/hr (based on experience)

About the Role

We are a billboard manufacturing shop building large structural steel assemblies that are shipped and installed nationwide. We're looking for a fitter/fabricator to support our welding team by preparing, aligning, and assembling components before welding. This role is critical to production quality. A good fitter ensures everything is square, aligned, and ready-so welders can execute clean, consistent welds.

What You'll Do

Read and interpret shop drawings

Measure, mark, and lay out steel components accurately

Fit and align structural assemblies (frames, columns, catwalks, supports)

Tack weld components in preparation for final welding (if capable)

Use tools such as:

o Tape measure, square, levels

o Grinders and cutting tools

o Torch (oxy-fuel) for cutting and adjustment

Set up assemblies to minimize distortion during welding

Work closely with welders to ensure proper fit-up and sequencing

Verify dimensions and tolerances before welding begins

Help move and position materials using shop equipment

What We're Looking For

Experience in fabrication, fitting, or general metalwork (2+ years preferred)

Strong measuring and layout skills

Ability to read and work from shop drawings

Experience using grinders, torches, and fabrication tools

Understanding of how fit-up affects weld quality

Ability to lift 75 lbs and work on your feet

Nice to Have:

Basic welding experience (MIG, flux core. Pipe, beam, angle or tack welding)

Experience with structural steel assemblies

Experience working in a fabrication or manufacturing shop (iron worker, hydraulic punch, magnetic drill, etc)

Work Environment

Indoor fabrication shop (unconditioned, with airflow)

Heavy steel assemblies and active production floor

Team-oriented environment with a focus on quality and accountability

Growth Opportunity

This role is a strong path into:

Welding (if desired)

Lead fitter / fabrication lead

Production leadership roles

Company Description

Express Employment Professionals puts people to work in all types of jobs. When you work with Express, you build a relationship with a team of employment professionals in your community who have, in turn, built personal relationships with the businesses that are hiring. Whether you're building a new career or looking for a short-term job to supplement your income, we offer the flexibility to work the way you want, and you'll never pay a fee to Express for our services and support.

Company Description Express Employment Professionals puts people to work in all types of jobs. When you work with Express, you build a relationship with a team of employment professionals in your community who have, in turn, built personal relationships with the businesses that are hiring. Whether you're building a new career or looking for a short-term job to supplement your income, we offer the flexibility to work the way you want, and you'll never pay a fee to Express for our services and support.