The Welder/Fabricator will assemble pieces of metal together or repair damage in metal components using heavy machinery that emits high heat, melting the metal into shape. Duties/Responsibilities: Reads blueprints and drawings and takes or reads measurements to plan layout and procedures. Determines appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements. Sets up components for welding according to specifications.
Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded. Aligns components using calipers, rulers, etc., and clamps pieces. Welds components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions. Tests and inspects welded surfaces and structures to discover flaws. Grinds and finishes parts. Operates welding equipment and other machinery in a safe manner. Maintains 6S (sort, set, shine, standardize, sustain, safety) standards in all work stations.
Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Skills:
- Knowledge of blueprint reading.
- Working knowledge of AWS and OSHA safety standards.
- Basic computer skills.
- Basic math skills (ex. addition, subtraction, multiplication, fraction/decimal equivalents).
- Mechanical inclination.
- Reliable and highly motivated.
- Great attitude and attendance.
- Steady hand.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Interpersonal and written communication.
- Abilities: Fit-up components and layout inspection.
- Read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
- Function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Work well with others on a team.
- Solve problems quickly and efficiently.
- Provide own tools (hand tools).
- Willingness to use protective clothing (ex. face shield, gloves, etc.) Willingness to have performance measured daily.
- Required
Education and Experience:
- Minimum 2-5 years of fabrication prior work experience.
- Experience welding sheet steel, stainless steel, and some aluminum with a high level of quality and efficiency.
- Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (ex.
- MIG, TIG).
- Ability to perform in a fast paced environment.
- Ability to successfully pass a weld test.
- Preferred
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Welding school certification.
- Knowledge of brazing and press brake operations.
- Forklift certification.
Physical Requirements:
- Uncontrolled environmental conditions: noise, dust, dirt, and mobile equipment.
- Routine, repetitive lifting up to 35 lbs., occasional, heavy lifting, and pushing / pulling 10 lbs. regularly, 1 to 10 hours per day.
- Any combination of standing, bending, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, feeling, and walking 8 to 10 hours per day.
- Ability to work up to 8-10 hour shifts and overtime as required by the work.
- Use of all limbs, dexterous and steady use of hands and arms for long periods of time.
- Simultaneous mental and muscular coordination, visual and audio awareness of surrounding area.
