LA - Shop Technician/Welder - Baton Rouge, LA
About The Position
Ford-Gelatt, a SunSource company, supplies industrial process equipment to the process industries with a focus on adding value. Our team at Ford-Gelatt is technically sound and highly experienced with industry leading brands. We provide technical added-value in equipment sales in Louisiana, Mississippi, and SE Texas. www.ford-gelatt.com We’re looking for an energetic, self-driven, and highly technical individual to join our Repair team. In this role, you will be responsible for: Setup, tack-weld and weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions according to specifications Cleaning, grinding, and degreasing surfaces using grinders, wire brushes, or sanders before and after welding Using plasma cutters or oxy-fuel torches to cut metal to size Checking completed welds for defects, bead size, and conformity to blueprints Perform basic maintenance on welding machines, wire feeders, and torches Disassemble and inspect a wide variety of pumps, gearboxes, and other rotating equipment and provide recommendations for repair Provide complete service report, specifying parts and labor required to repair for quotation purposes Assemble units according to manufacturer specifications and tolerances Clean, organize, and maintain shop and shop equipment Participate in continuous improvement through training and associate development Various other responsibilities as needed We are a fast-paced, customer service-oriented company that is ahead of our competition. We value employee contributions and success in meeting and exceeding our customers'expectations. In return, we offer excellent pay and benefits, including a company-matched 401k, and the opportunity to work with exceptional people. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact [email protected] to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodation in the application process will be returned from this email address. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí ). Sun-Source | Privacy Policy #fgassc We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Requirements
- A certificate in welding from a technical school or community college is highly preferred, with AWS (American Welding Society) or similar certifications
- Knowledge of working with various metals, including carbon steel, aluminum and stainless steel
- 5+ years experience in MIG, TIG, or stick welding along with mechanical pump and rotating experience
- Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings and work orders
- Proficiency with measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, fillet gauges, etc.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and handle daily changes in schedule and priorities
- Must be able to stand for majority of workday and lift up to 75 lbs
Nice To Haves
- A certificate in welding from a technical school or community college is highly preferred, with AWS (American Welding Society) or similar certifications
Responsibilities
- Setup, tack-weld and weld components in flat, vertical or overhead positions according to specifications
- Cleaning, grinding, and degreasing surfaces using grinders, wire brushes, or sanders before and after welding
- Using plasma cutters or oxy-fuel torches to cut metal to size
- Checking completed welds for defects, bead size, and conformity to blueprints
- Perform basic maintenance on welding machines, wire feeders, and torches
- Disassemble and inspect a wide variety of pumps, gearboxes, and other rotating equipment and provide recommendations for repair
- Provide complete service report, specifying parts and labor required to repair for quotation purposes
- Assemble units according to manufacturer specifications and tolerances
- Clean, organize, and maintain shop and shop equipment
- Participate in continuous improvement through training and associate development
- Various other responsibilities as needed
Benefits
- excellent pay and benefits, including a company-matched 401k, and the opportunity to work with exceptional people
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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