Welder

Jetstream of Houston•Albuquerque, NM

6d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Ground Force/Mega of Albuquerque is hiring a skilled fabricator/welder for heavy metal fabrication. The work involves welding-wire feed in multiple positions on and inside tanks, including confined spaces, and producing high-quality craftsman welds. The company welcomes experienced welders as well as candidates able to quickly develop their skills. Wages start at $23–$28 per hour, depending on experience, and are based on a five-point scale according to the welding test, with opportunity to earn more over time. The Welder fits up and assembles products, uses welding and cutting equipment, and positions parts and assemblies during production. The role requires working to specified tolerances, reading engineering drawings and procedural documents, and assisting other production employees as directed. Work may involve varying weather conditions, high noise levels, elevated work areas, and confined spaces. Welders must wear required protective equipment. Pre-employment testing is required as part of the company's drug-free workplace policy. Employees are expected to communicate effectively with supervisors and engineers, interact professionally and respectfully with colleagues, and prioritize timely, high-quality work. Ground Force/Mega designs and manufactures mine support equipment for surface and underground mining, with products operating in more than 60 countries. The company is part of Federal Signal Corporation.

Requirements

Ability to weld-wire feed in multiple positions.
Ability to use a handheld plasma cutter, handheld grinder, and manual flame-cutting torch.
Ability to fit up and assemble products.
Ability to use bridge cranes to position parts and assemblies during production.
Ability to exchange gas cylinders using a hand truck or dolly.
Ability to use GMAW and FCAW welding processes.
Ability to perform reliable, high-quality craftsman welds in confined spaces.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
Ability to perform work to required tolerances and pass a welding test.
Ability to stand, bend, and climb for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push or pull suction hose onto tanks weighing 10 to 100 pounds.
Ability to work in various weather conditions, around high noise levels, at heights, and in confined spaces.
Wear leather work gloves, a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and other protective equipment required for the task.
Professional and respectful conduct, effective communication, and a focus on timely, high-quality work.
Pass pre-employment testing.

Responsibilities

Perform wire-feed welding in multiple positions, including in and on tanks and in confined spaces.
Use Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) processes.
Fit up and assemble products.
Use a handheld plasma cutter, handheld grinder, and manual flame-cutting torch.
Operate bridge cranes to position parts and assemblies during production.
Exchange empty oxygen, shielding-gas, and fuel-gas cylinders for full cylinders using a hand truck or dolly.
Perform work to required tolerances and pass the required welding test.
Assist other production employees as directed by management.
Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and engineering drawings.
Follow required safety practices and wear protective equipment appropriate to the welding task.
Communicate with supervisors and engineers and work professionally with other employees to deliver timely, high-quality work.