Welder

Alamo Group Inc.•Richmond, VA

9d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion Brush Company (ODB), a subsidiary of Alamo Group, is hiring a Welder in its Welding and Fabrication department in Richmond, Virginia. Under moderate to minimal supervision, depending on experience, the Welder lays out, fits, and welds fabricated steel frames and metal parts on the production floor. The role involves measuring and marking component locations from blueprints, checking component alignment, welding and finishing parts, inspecting work for defects, and handling materials. The position pays $20 to $25 per hour, commensurate with experience. ODB manufactures municipal products, including street-sweeper brushes, brooms, and replacement parts. The company describes safety as its top priority and offers competitive pay and employee benefits.

Requirements

Experience in MIG welding, with some TIG welding.
Ability to read and understand English.
Ability to take standard measurements, read a tape measure in American measurements, use other measuring devices, and understand fractions, decimals, and dimensions.
Ability to read drawings and blueprints.
Ability to follow company safety expectations and wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good math skills.
Mechanical aptitude, initiative, flexibility, and willingness to learn and work in all welding areas.
Understanding of basic voltage and amp settings for given requirements.
Previous education in, or at least one year of work in, a metal fabrication or manufacturing environment; vocational welding education may contribute to experience.
Physical ability to handle or feel with hands or fingers; reach with hands and arms; lift, pull, and push up to 35 pounds without assistance and 36 to over 100 pounds with assistance; stand and walk on concrete; climb up to four feet; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to work in wet or humid non-weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, and around fumes or airborne particles.
Vision abilities including close and distance vision, distinguishing colors and shades, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED certificate preferred; equivalent combinations of education and experience are accepted.
Fab shop and welding experience is a plus.
Experience with JD Edwards is helpful.

Responsibilities

Adjust and properly use a torch, plasma cutter, and/or grinder in standard and non-standard positions while following engineering drawings.
Weld in vertical, flat, horizontal, and overhead positions.
Use basic hand tools, including a tape measure, square, and clamps, to verify weld application and weldment quality.
Examine workpieces for defects and ensure they conform to specifications.
Weld out components previously tack welded by experienced welders.
Prepare and finish metal components by grinding or sanding.
Operate material-handling equipment, including an overhead crane or hoist.
Move and properly store materials or products.
Perform MIG welding and some TIG welding.
Maintain reliable and punctual attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.