Iron Worker/Welder

Century Contractors • Leesburg, VA

96d

About The Position

The Structural Welder is responsible for laying out, fitting, and welding fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble structural forms, such as tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, and building and bridge parts. This role requires a strong understanding of welding techniques and the physical properties of metals.

Requirements

• Must be capable of exerting 10 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly.
• Ability to apply and interpret principles of rational systems to solve practical problems.
• Competent in beginning algebra and geometry; skilled in computation of discount, interest, profit and loss, commission, markup, and selling price.
• Must be able to read safety rules, instructions, and methods in mechanical drawing and layout work.
• Must be able to write reports and letters with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
• Must be able to speak using correct English before an audience with poise, voice control, and confidence.
• Typical job training required is from 2 years up to 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Selects equipment and plans layout, assembly, and welding.
• Applies knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
• Lays out, positions, aligns, and fits components together.
• Bolts, clamps, and tack-welds parts to secure in position for welding.
• Sets up equipment and welds parts using various welding equipment.
• Assembles parts by bolting and riveting.
• Repairs products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees