Welder Fabricator (Amarillo, TX)

DynaTen•Amarillo, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Craftsman is a trained artisan able to work with wood, plastics, metals, and other similar materials. They are required to have a good overall mechanical and assembly knowledge, while specializing in several aspects of fabrication. They need to be self-motivated to not only tackle immediate tasks but also be able to forecast tasks in the work process. A high-quality level of assembly and finish is required and should be expected.

Requirements

High standard of integrity and professionalism
Basic understanding of electricity
Ability to read blueprints
Studying the blue print and “seeing” the completed product before starting
Familiarity with common welding tools and procedures, including MIG welding TIG welding, metal fabricating, grinding, and finishing metals
Regular and on-time attendance
Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and engineering plans
Good communication and interaction skills
Attendance is critical
Knowledge of shop tools and equipment
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
Ability to weld thin gauge material (16ga to 10ga)
Ability and desire to work as part of a team
Mechanical aptitude

Responsibilities

Ability to read and understand drawings and assembly instructions.
Gather materials and items needed for a project and assemble them in a timely manner.
Communicate with the other craftsman, Supervisor, and Project Manager as needed to gather information or materials for a project, as well as stock supplies.
Maintain tools and equipment to ensure their viability.
Utilize and maintain safety equipment needed within the company to insure a safe and comfortable work environment for the team.
Maintain a clean and organized studio space.
Ability to work at heights, lift heavy material, stand for long durations, bend/squat.
Conduct checks for weld quality, and dimension tolerance.
Occasional overtime required when necessary.
Other duties as assigned by Manager.
Operation of jib crane.
Lifting, moving, and holding or clamping work pieces to table, into jigs, or into position as directed manually or by using pry bar.
Moving work pieces, tools, and supplies, manually or by hand truck.
Report and detail product malfunctions.
Welds aluminum and steel component parts.
Bolts, clamps, and tack welds parts in place to secure for welding operations.
Plans layout, assembly, and welding of products.
Read blueprints.
Verify dimensions and product specifications.
Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and engineering plans.
Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.