Welder

Feldmeier Equipment Inc • City of Little Falls, NY

3d • $22 - $32

About The Position

Welders are the primary constructors of vessels at Feldmeier Equipment. The work is varied, and welders may also be assigned general tasks not specifically listed in the job description. Duties may change throughout the day depending on workload. This is a non-exempt position reporting to the Floor Supervisor. The listed pay range is $22.00–$31.50 per hour. The day shift runs Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. The position includes a $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid as $500 after 90 successful days and another $500 after successful completion of one year in the role.

Requirements

• Boces welding certificate or at least 6 months of welding experience.
• Previous fabricating experience.
• Ability to read measuring tapes and operate tools, including a grinder and welding torch.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and maneuver up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and platforms for elevated work.
• Ability to walk, bend, squat, kneel, balance, stoop, lie down inside or under a vessel, and twist while performing job tasks.
• Comfort working in chemically hazardous situations; awareness of chemical safety and use of proper PPE when required.
• Ability to hold a 4–8-pound grinder for prolonged periods while applying force.
• Ability to grasp a welding torch and weld parts for brief or extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of TIG experience.
• Experience welding different alloys.
• Proficiency welding in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Feldmeier safety and company policies and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.
• TIG, spot, and MIG weld stainless steel.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts.
• Lay out component locations according to instructions.
• Prepare work surfaces by cutting and finishing.
• Weld small and large components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions using appropriate welding techniques.
• Set up and operate equipment for assigned jobs.
• Complete housekeeping duties in the assigned area or as requested by management.
• Complete required paperwork and accurately log time into the MES system, including logging on and off.

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus, split into $500 after 90 successful days and $500 after successful completion of one year in the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed