Welder (IMD)

Amentum•Fort Polk, LA

13h

About The Position

The Welder performs precision welding to support small and prototype fabrication efforts, conducting metal welding and cutting within exact tolerances, generally 0.005 inches. The role involves fabricating and repairing metal products and components according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment. Work may also include thermal cutting, grinding, repairing cracked or broken parts, filling holes, resizing parts, and positioning and clamping components before welding. The Welder operates machine-shop equipment while making efficient use of raw materials, analyzes engineering designs to help resolve or provide insight into metal structural issues, and researches external innovations for application to internal projects and processes. The position may involve developing new methods and procedures, obtaining and maintaining relevant certifications and licenses, travel, shift work, and work at heights or outdoors in varied climatic conditions. The employee must comply with safety, quality, operational, and environmental requirements.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials or authorization; U.S. citizenship is required for credentials or authorization at this work location.
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
High school diploma or equivalent, plus vocational or technical training beyond high school.
At least seven years of direct job experience, or an equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and hands-on experience.
Operating knowledge of precision sheet-metal welding, high-vacuum tungsten inert gas welding, shielded metal arc welding, soldering, and CNC equipment.
Must hold or be able to obtain licenses and certifications needed to perform the duties.
Valid and current state driver's license.
Ability to operate a government general-purpose vehicle.
Must be able to complete required position-related paperwork.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex environment.
Ability to read and understand technical manuals, technical bulletins, Army regulations, and Department of the Army pamphlets.
Basic computer skills and ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to meet the physical demands and medical examination requirements for assigned tasks.
May be required to pass and maintain a security clearance.
May need to obtain and maintain a government Common Access Card (CAC).
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without accommodation and use proper lifting procedures.
Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to work at heights and climb in and out of vehicles of various sizes and heights.
Ability to work under pressure and strenuous conditions and meet short suspense dates.
Ability to work outdoors with potential exposure to extreme temperatures, high humidity, rain, and blowing dust.
Ability to withstand prolonged periods of stooping, climbing, standing, and sitting.
May be required to work shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, or an uncommon tour of duty.
May be required to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
Position may require travel.

Responsibilities

Weld different types of metals, generally maintaining tolerances within 0.005 inches.
Fabricate or repair metal components and products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using brazing and arc and gas welding equipment.
Perform thermal cutting, grinding, repairs to broken or cracked parts, hole filling, and resizing of metal parts.
Position and clamp components in preparation for welding.
Operate machine-shop equipment and use raw materials efficiently.
Analyze engineering designs to address or provide insight into metal structural issues.
Maintain or obtain industry certifications and licenses required for duties.
Research external innovations and apply them to internal projects or processes.
Create methods and procedures to achieve work goals.
Complete position-related paperwork, reports, and correspondence as required.
Follow applicable safety, quality, operational, and environmental procedures and policies.
Complete required safety training and fulfill self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities; participate in emergency response tasks and safety committees or teams as appropriate.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.