Welder / Fabricator

FHE•Fruita, CO

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder / Fabricator welds and fabricates steel products, including trailers built to client specifications, frames, components, and accessories. The position also welds and assembles metal components to repair trailers and similar equipment. Work is performed in a warehouse setting, with outdoor exposure during the workday and occasional exposure to contaminants and loud noise. The employee is expected to follow FHE safety practices, maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, and complete assigned work within the specified timeframe and requirements. The job description is not exhaustive and may change as the employer's needs change.

Requirements

Must obtain AWS D1.1 certification as part of the hiring process.
Solid understanding of welding equipment and welding accessories.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding process specifications, and welding symbols.
Ability to operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments.
Ability to weld in all positions with good penetration and quality.
Ability to use a disc grinder to prepare parts before welding, grind or clean weld joints, repair improperly welded pieces, and fill holes.
Ability to fabricate new or replacement parts for trailers.
Ability to assemble component parts using hand and small power tools.
Ability to read a tape measure, level, and square.
Ability and willingness to follow directions and work independently.
Good verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift and maneuver 50 pounds without physical restrictions.
Ability to perform physical activities including continual hand use; considerable use of arms and legs; climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
May be required to climb ladders, work on scaffolds, or work in confined spaces.
Use required safety equipment, including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, helmets, fire-resistant clothing, and hearing protection.

Responsibilities

Weld and fabricate steel products, including trailers, frames, components, and accessories, to client specifications.
Weld and assemble metal components to repair trailers and similar equipment.
Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
Monitor fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent overheating, warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of materials.
Examine workpieces for defects and measure them with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
Prepare work according to blueprints.
Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies before assembly using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
Report non-conforming material to the Welding & Fabrication Lead immediately.
Ensure assigned work is understood before starting.
Follow FHE Health and Safety manual practices, standards, and procedures.
Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe according to 5S standards, and complete housekeeping duties in the assigned or project area as needed.
Complete assigned work within the given timeframe and according to specifications.
Unload and count steel received or delivered to the shop, and sign receiving documents.
Attend work as established by the employer and conduct oneself professionally in a manner that represents a positive image of FHE.
Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.