Fabricator III

American Hydro • York, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

American Hydro is seeking a Fabricator III (also described as Boilermaker/Fabricator III) to set up, lay out, grind, cut, form, tack-weld, and assemble fabrication components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications. The role includes assembling flat and formed plate components and finished machined parts to verify fit and prepare for further machining. Fabrication may involve plasma or thermal cutting and grinding to fit parts and prepare welds.

The position requires advanced fabrication and assembly proficiency, including blueprint interpretation and the ability to assemble complex runners, distributor assemblies, shaft-to-runner installations, Kaplan turbines, and pumps; perform vent checks; design and build tooling; train and direct others; operate cranes and conduct lifts of varying size and complexity; and develop and implement Lean continuous-improvement ideas. The Fabricator III is also accountable for work quality, productivity, job knowledge, initiative, safety, attendance, communication, and cooperation.

This is an indoor, second-shift position from 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The work environment includes prolonged standing and sitting, loud noise, heavy manual lifting, and use of plasma or thermal cutting equipment. No travel is required.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited program, six years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading, except for geometric tolerancing.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Ability to adhere to quality, safety, and health guidelines.
• Strong initiative and ability to produce quality work and finish tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate with others.
• Ability to assemble complex pumps, distributor assemblies, and shaft-to-runner installations.
• Ability to perform vent checks of runners and pumps.
• Ability to operate all cranes and make lifts of any size and complexity.
• Ability to generate and implement Lean continuous-improvement ideas.
• Ability to perform heavy manual lifting and rigging and crane operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up fabrication components and lay out and grind parts as needed to develop their shape.
• Lay out and assemble flat and formed plate components using engineering drawings.
• Cut, grind, weld, and form parts as needed to complete assemblies.
• Perform plasma or thermal cutting and grinding to fit parts and prepare welds.
• Tack-weld parts as part of the assembly process.
• Assemble finished machined parts to verify fit and prepare them for further machining.
• Read and record measurements using conventional micrometers, calipers, and related instruments.
• Interpret instructions, prints, and work orders accurately.
• Design and build tooling needed to support work.
• Assemble complex runners, distributor assemblies, shaft-to-runner installations, Kaplan turbines, and pumps.
• Perform vent checks of runners and pumps.
• Train and direct others in performing the work.
• Operate all cranes and make lifts regardless of size or complexity.
• Generate and implement Lean continuous-improvement ideas.
• Keep equipment and the work area clean and orderly.
• Keep the supervisor informed of work-piece, schedule, or safety problems as they arise.
• Paint equipment and job parts.
• Complete work safely, to quality standards, and in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health-care and dependent-care expenses.
• Paid time off, with benefits increasing with tenure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed