Welder Abilene TX

Samuel EPC•Abilene, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Purpose: Raises, places, and unites girders, columns, and other structural−steel members to form completed structures or structure frameworks. Work Schedule: Varies by location. Must have open availability any time any day of the week. Length of employment is limited to job assignment and/or project duration.

Requirements

Three (3) years minimum Field experience in trade
Know all properties of various types of metal and how heat affects them.
Completion of welding certification administered by Samuel EPC.
Ability to work with others to achieve job goals
Read, write and communicate using the English language sufficient to perform job functions (other preferences will be given for special language skills where there is a business need)
Steel toed work boots
25' Steel Tape Measure
Welding hood with hard hat attachment
Sleeves or appropriate clothing for stick welding
Leather welding gloves
Electrode holder
Lineman pliers
Flashlight
Inspection mirror
Allen wrenches to 3/8"
12" Adjustable wrench
File and brush
Cold chisel
Chipping hammer
Spud wrench
Line up bar
Toolbox with Lock
Raincoat or poncho

Responsibilities

Secure components together applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining weld shrinkage, and welding techniques.
Assemble component layouts by applying knowledge of geometry, physical metal properties and weld shrinkage.
Must be able to bolt, clamp, and tack−weld parts to position for welding.
Prepare material for welding by cutting or grinding using pipe cutters, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and/or grinder.
Set material in stands, racks, hoists, etc. for welding.
Set up equipment and weld parts using arc, gas−shielded arc, submerged arc or gas welding equipment.
Repair products by dismantling, straightening and reshaping.
Reassemble parts using cutting torch, straightening press and hand tools.
Reads and understands plans, isometrics, arrangement drawings, details, specifications, erection manuals, and/or blueprints and makes decisions based on measurable criteria.
Visualizes objects in three−dimensions from plans and drawings.
Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
Follow oral and written directions.
Work within company policy as outlined in the Samuel EPC Craft Handbook and maintain compliance with both the Samuel EPC Human Resources Policy Manual and the Samuel EPC Safety Manual.
Perform other duties as assigned by the foreman/supervisor as needed.