Welder
About The Position
Wieland is hiring Welders at Levels I, II, and III, from entry-level to expert, to work at its Staunton, Virginia location. Welders work from shop drawings, procedures, and other written, verbal, or electronic instructions to perform operations involved in welding assemblies, subassemblies, and components. Work must comply with ASME Code safety regulations and company quality standards. The role also includes maintaining equipment and facilities safely and efficiently, following procedures, and keeping written or electronic records related to safety, quality, productivity, preventive maintenance, and housekeeping. This is a fully on-site position at 101 Industry Way, Staunton, VA. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with bi-weekly pay. Starting pay is $28.00–$39.00 per hour, with the final rate based on factors such as experience, technical skills, education, and qualifications.
Requirements
- Level I: 1–3 years of experience or equivalent education from a trade school; combinations of technical-school training and demonstrated skill competency may substitute for experience.
- Level I: Ability to perform MIG and TIG welding of parts and pipe; company certification for welding parts under pressure is not yet required.
- Level I: Ability to read and apply WPS and read drawings.
- Level I: Strong problem-solving and teamwork aptitude; methodical, organized, precise, and proactive in proposing solutions.
- Level II: At least 3–5 years of MIG and TIG welding experience with pipe or pressure vessels; equivalent combinations of technical-school training and demonstrated skill competency may substitute for experience.
- Level II: Experience and certification in welding to ASME standards, including company certification for welding parts under pressure.
- Level II: Ability to read and apply WPS and read drawings, and to troubleshoot and resolve minor fitting and welding issues.
- Level III: At least 5 years of certified experience in MIG and TIG welding of pipe or pressure vessels; equivalent combinations of technical-school training and demonstrated skill competency may substitute for experience.
- Level III: Experience and certification in welding in accordance with ASME standards.
- Level III: Ability to train other welders, read and apply WPS and drawings, and teach others to do so.
- Level III: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve fitting and welding issues.
- Level III: Strong problem-solving and teamwork aptitude.
- Ability to work in varied physical positions, including standing, kneeling, bending, and reaching.
- Ability to work in a heavy industrial setting with exposure to heat, cold, humidity, odors, fumes, gases, chemicals, oil, grease, smoke, dust, noise, and vibration; work may take place on elevated platforms or in cramped spaces such as inside vessels.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety eyewear, safety footwear, face shield, welding helmet, welding gloves, welding sleeves or jacket, welding apron or chaps, and a respirator if required.
- Visual capabilities include close, distant, color, and depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and hand-eye coordination.
Nice To Haves
- MIG/TIG welding at 6G, preferred.
- At least 1 year of pipe-welding experience, stated with the Level I qualification.
Responsibilities
- Prepare parts and tack and weld components into assemblies according to production orders.
- Perform welds according to company procedures and documents while meeting defined quality standards.
- Maintain a safe and organized working environment.
- Properly maintain tools and equipment assigned for the work.
- Follow applicable procedures and maintain records concerning safety, quality, productivity, preventive maintenance, and housekeeping.
- For Level III, train other welders and teach them to read and apply WPS and drawings.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life benefits beginning on the first day of hire.
- 401(k) contribution and match.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Growth opportunities across a company with more than 8,000 employees worldwide and more than 35 North American locations.
- Wellness programs with eligibility to earn healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions based on program status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
