Welder

Job Summary

• To proficiently weld in at least one of the following four areas:
• Area 1 – Clamp Tank Weld (Tank Weld, End Walls, and Weld LTC)
• Area 2 – Clamp Weld (Top Clamp, Bottom Clamp, Verticals, Mounting Feet)
• Area 3 – Top Cover Weld (Top Cover, Cover Weld, Cover Cut)
• Area 4 – Small Parts

Responsibilities

• Receives assignments and instructions from supervisor – both verbal and written.
• Selects proper rods, wire, and machine adjustments for welding operation setup for the job at hand from storage or queuing areas.
• Performs setup and all position welding operations on carbon and stainless steel.
• Reads, understands and follows guidelines set forth by manufacturing practices and blueprints when performing assigned work.
• Uses tape measures, rules, squares and templates as necessary to perform the required operation and produce a quality product.
• Uses appropriate techniques to perform MIG, TIG, and submerged-arc welding, to perform oxy-acetylene cutting and brazing, and to perform stainless steel and stainless steel to mild steel welding ability.
• Reads and interprets engineering prints and weld symbols.
• Performs proper cleaning of welds as necessary.
• Keep tools, equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• Performs minor equipment repairs and machine maintenance.

Qualifications

• Works under general supervision.  Able to layout and fabricate materials.  Has working knowledge of all welding processes available.  Requires coordination of both hands and eyes to make adequate welds meeting various specifications.  Work involves exposure to smoke, fumes and heated materials.  Work varies from working at ground level to working in, on top, and around the sides of the unit which may be 6 feet or more in height. Candidates for this position must have a high school diploma.  Knowledge of welding skills is required and experience welding in a manufacturing setting is highly desirable. Must be able to pass practical welding test prior to hire.  Must be able to follow both oral and written directions while maintaining a high productivity level meeting set quality standards.  Must be able to work without direct constant supervision.