Welder - Athens, GA location

Ermco • Athens, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will use their skillset to weld metal tanks and/or components used in the production of transformers at Power Partners (a division of ERMCO). This hands-on role requires precision, physical stamina, and a strong commitment to safety and quality. You’ll contribute directly to our mission by ensuring each unit meets our rigorous standards and reflects our core values.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Understand and follow instructions (spoken and written).
• Use electronic devices like iPads or computers.
• Stay organized and pay close attention to details.
• Do basic math, including decimals and small fractions.
• Lift safely using proper techniques.
• Use hands and arms to handle tools and materials.
• Measure accurately using tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.
• Use tools like grinders, air chisels, and box cutters.
• Operate lifting equipment such as overhead hoists.
• Lift/push over 50 lbs. and pull up to 110 lbs.
• Stand and walk frequently; occasionally sit, bend, reach, or kneel.
• Have good vision, including depth perception and focus adjustment (20/40 vision or better with or without glasses/contacts).
• Follow all safety rules and department-specific guidelines.
• Wear required safety gear, including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves, welding hood, and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

• 3 Years of Consistent work history
• 1 year of manufacturing experience
• 1 year of welding experience (School or Job)

Responsibilities

• Understand and carry out detailed written and verbal instructions with regards to welding various metal and/or fabricating components to assemble distribution transformers as specified by layout, blueprint, diagram, work order, welding procedures, or oral instructions using various welding equipment.
• Must have prior training/experience and must ensure safe and proper start-up, operation, maintenance, and shutdown of equipment.
• Repeated lift/move material that is 50+ lbs. with or without assistance from lifting devices.
• Handle material and use hand/power tools as needed to perform required tasks.
• Ensuring conformity of all welds and final products assembled to standards.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED