Weld Technician - Nucor Towers & Structures

Nucor • Perry, UT

73d

About The Position

Nucor Towers and Structures (NTS) is a new entity within Nucor, focused on the execution of our strategy to 'Expand Beyond' our core business. NTS is focused on the exciting growth potential in the power distribution market. The Weld Tech/Instructor will provide classroom and shop floor training to new and current fitters and welders, administer weld qualification tests, support production on welding-related issues, and maintain compliance with customer specifications. Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor, and candidates must demonstrate the ability to uphold safety policies and practices.

Requirements

• 2-year degree from an accredited technical college or equivalent experience in welding.
• Experience with Shield Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Metal Cored Arc Welding (MCAW) and Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) processes.
• AWS Certified welding inspector (CWI) and Certified Welding Educator (CWE) or ability to obtain those certifications upon employment.
• Must be able to pass 2G Weld Testing.
• Competent and knowledgeable on how to set up welding and cutting equipment including auto welder.
• Working knowledge of metal properties, blueprint/shop drawing interpretation, and fabrication practices.
• Ability to effectively assess and provide constructive feedback to students.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient performing AWS D1.1 welder qualification tests and records.
• Previous teaching experience in welding disciplines.
• AWS Certified welding Inspector (CWI) and Certified Welding Educator (CWE).

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and shop floor training to new and current fitter(s) and welder(s).
• Administer weld qualification test in accordance with AWS D1.1.
• Support production on welding related issues.
• Maintain and update weld certification tracker and ensure all fitters and welders are up to date.
• Perform welding equipment and flux oven calibration using amperage/voltage, wire feed speed and gas flow meter as required.
• Review welding requirements to keep NTS compliant to customer's specifications.
• Implement and perform monthly plant audit program for all welding processes.
• Maintain continuity log/reports.
• Help reduce costs through continuous improvement activities that improve safety, quality, and productivity.
• Evaluate processes and procedures to maintain or improve weld parameters and weld efficiency.
• Assist maintenance in troubleshooting welding equipment issues.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree