Base Welder

Powell•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. We are currently hiring a Base Welder at our Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. The purpose of this position is to produce Sheet Metal weldments, either individually or as part of a small team. Weldments must meet the dimensional specifications of the mechanical engineered drawings. The welder will be required to determine from the drawing where each weld is to be performed, and meet the size and length requirements of each weld specified within the given tolerance allowed. The role also requires performing cosmetic or appearance specifications of the weldment, which may include grinding welds and sheet metal buffing.

Requirements

Successful candidate will typically have 1-2 years of relevant work experience
Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal
Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Responsibilities

Ability to MIG weld mild steel
Ability to MIG weld stainless steel
Ability to perform basic fitting
Ability to adjust machine according to department manual(s)
Ability to remove material using grinding process
Ability to read drawings and inspect parts for basic dimensions
Ability to perform basic layouts (positioning and alignment)
Ability to inspect parts against complex engineered drawings
Ability to spray transfer MIG weld
Capability to examine weld bead for acceptable attributes
Ability to identify types of copper, stainless grades, etc.
Knowledge of flux core, shielded wire
Ability to cope and fit
Ability to execute hot work (any work performed outside of department)
Ability to finish grind, surface finishing based on departmental requirements
Ability to repair improper welds
Knowledge of fixtures required for area of responsibility
Ability to tack weld
Ability to stud weld
Ability to fine tune voltage
Ability to square parts
Ability to torch cut
Ability to arc metal gouge
Basic product knowledge (understanding of how work ties into the larger picture) based on departmental need/requirement
Knowledge of AWS chart/steel tables
Knowledge of welding symbols
Knowledge of and ability to use basic tools (tape measure squares, clamps, fillet gage, angle finder, etc.)
Ability to convert decimals to fractions and utilize conversion chart
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers
Ability to effectively work in team environment
Awareness and adherence to Lock Out Tag Out procedures
Ability to follow company operating procedures, safety rules and ISO requirements