Maintenance Worker-Welder

Swisher•Wheeling, WV

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker-Welder is responsible for interpreting technical instructions, fabricating and assembling equipment components from light structural steel and steel plate, and performing various welding tasks. This role involves selecting appropriate materials, cutting metal using oxy-acetylene or electric arc methods, and executing precise welds in all positions and across different metal types, while strictly adhering to safety standards. The position also includes applying heat treatment techniques for tool and part durability, performing non-repetitive fabrication tasks, and ensuring the proper care and maintenance of all welding equipment. The worker is expected to maintain a clean and organized work area and may occasionally be required to work in awkward positions or assist other maintenance personnel.

Requirements

Ability to interpret basic drawings, sketches, or verbal instructions.
Proficiency in fabricating components using light structural steel and steel plate.
Skill in material selection, layout, and metal cutting using oxy-acetylene or electric arc methods.
Expertise in performing welds in all positions, across all types of metals, and with various rod sizes, ensuring strength, precision, and safety compliance.
Knowledge and application of heat treatment techniques.
Commitment to adhering to strict safety practices, including the use of heavy protective gloves and a welder’s mask.
Competence in the proper care, safe operation, and routine maintenance of welding equipment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to construct smaller or more complex components using traditional blacksmithing methods, employing tools such as the forge, anvil, and heavy sledges.
Ability to assist as a millwright helper or general maintenance helper when required, supporting broader facility repair and upkeep activities.

Responsibilities

Interprets basic drawings, sketches, or verbal instructions to determine project requirements.
Fabricates frames, supports, and related components for equipment using light structural steel and steel plate.
Selects appropriate materials, lays out work, and cuts metal to specified sizes or shapes using oxy-acetylene or electric arc methods.
Positions materials accurately for welding and performs welds in all positions, across all types of metals, and with rods of varying sizes, ensuring strength, precision, and compliance with safety standards.
Applies heat treatment techniques to temper and shape small tools and parts, ensuring durability, precision, and functionality.
Performs varied, non-repetitive welding and fabrication tasks, working primarily within a designated area but occasionally repairing or assembling components at the equipment’s final location.
Adheres to strict safety practices, including the use of heavy protective gloves and a welder’s mask during welding and cutting operations.
Responsible for the proper care, safe operation, and routine maintenance of welding equipment, including a 440-volt welding transformer on wheels, welding rods, portable oxy-acetylene equipment, clamps, and related tools.
Ensures all equipment is maintained in optimal working condition, adheres to safety standards, and is readily available for use in fabrication and repair tasks.
Maintains a clean and organized work area to ensure safety, efficiency, and readiness for ongoing tasks.