Welder 2nd Class
About The Position
Perform semi-skilled, entry-level work inspecting, repairing, rebuilding, and assembling critical or large power plant components, including turbines, fans, valves, and pumps, at the Central Machine Shop or other temporary work locations. The role also includes related shop maintenance, assistance with work assignments, recordkeeping, and compliance with safety regulations and shop practices. The position requires at least three years of successful welding-field experience and a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Candidates must complete an online pre-employment assessment and achieve a recommended result, complete a physical abilities assessment, demonstrate the required skills or satisfactory progress toward them during the probationary period, and obtain R stamp certification within one year of the initial hiring date.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of successful experience working in the welding field, with a basic understanding of welding concepts.
- Complete the online pre-employment assessment and achieve a recommended result.
- Complete a physical abilities assessment.
- Demonstrate the skills and abilities in the job description, or satisfactory progression toward them, before the end of the probationary period.
- Obtain R stamp certification within one year from the initial hiring date.
Responsibilities
- Perform manual metal arc, tungsten inert gas (TIG), gas metal arc, and oxyacetylene welding in all positions, including safe operation of submerged arc welding equipment.
- Support ID fan repairs, including quality control, cleaning, disassembly, and assembly.
- Assist with stress-relieving processes and apply hard-surfacing material such as stellite.
- Assist with silver brazing work, such as installing turbine bucket erosion shields.
- Perform maintenance on the Central Machine Shop building and equipment.
- Assist employees of equal or higher classification with work assignments as directed.
- Report irregularities or abnormal conditions, and take notes and keep records as directed.
- Perform work in accordance with safety regulations and acceptable shop practices.
- Support AEP's cultural goals and expectations.
- Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
Benefits
- AEP describes its benefits package as comprehensive and intended to support employees' overall well-being; individual benefits are not specified.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
