Welder

Wieland North America • Staunton, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is hiring Welders at Levels I, II, and III to perform welded assembly of final products, sub-assemblies, and components for HVAC-related products. Working from shop drawings, welding procedures, and other written, verbal, or electronic instructions, welders prepare parts and tack and weld components into assemblies while following company procedures, quality standards, and ASME Code safety regulations. They also maintain assigned tools, equipment, and facilities in a safe, clean, and operational condition and keep required safety, quality, productivity, preventive-maintenance, and housekeeping records.

The position is fully on-site at 101 Industry Way, Staunton, Virginia. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with bi-weekly pay. Starting pay is $28.00–$39.00 per hour; the final offer depends on factors such as experience, technical skills, education, and qualifications.

Welder levels differ in experience and capability. Level I welders can perform MIG and TIG welding but are not yet company-certified to weld parts under pressure. Level II welders have experience and company certification for welding parts under pressure in accordance with ASME standards. Level III welders have extensive certified experience and can train other welders and teach them to read and apply welding procedures and drawings. The work takes place in a heavy industrial environment and involves varied physical positions, exposure to industrial conditions, and use of required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Level I: 1–3 years of experience or commensurate trade-school education; equivalent combinations of technical-school training and proven skill competency may substitute for experience.
• Level I: Capable of MIG and TIG welding parts and pipe; not yet company-certified to weld parts under pressure.
• Level I: Ability to read and apply WPS and read drawings.
• Level I: Strong problem-solving and teamwork aptitude; methodical, organized, precise, and proactive in proposing solutions.
• Level II: At least 3–5 years of MIG and TIG welding experience with pipe or pressure vessels; equivalent combinations of technical-school training and proven skill competency may substitute for experience.
• Level II: Experience and certification in welding to ASME standards, including company certification to weld parts under pressure.
• Level II: Ability to read and apply WPS, read drawings, and troubleshoot and resolve minor fitting and welding issues.
• Level III: At least 5 years of certified experience in MIG and TIG welding of pipe or pressure vessels; equivalent combinations of technical-school training and proven skill competency may substitute for experience.
• Level III: Experience and certification in welding in accordance with ASME standards.
• Level III: Ability to train other welders and teach them to read and apply WPS and drawings.
• Level III: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve fitting and welding issues; strong problem-solving and teamwork aptitude.
• Ability to work in varied physical positions, including standing, kneeling, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to work in a heavy industrial setting with exposure to heat, cold, humidity, industrial odors, fumes, gases, chemicals, oil, grease, smoke, dust, noise, and vibration; work from elevated platforms; and work in cramped quarters, such as inside vessels.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety eyewear, safety footwear, face shield, welding helmet, welding gloves, welding sleeves or jacket, welding apron or chaps, and a respirator if required.
• Close vision, distant vision, color vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and hand-eye coordination.

Nice To Haves

• Level I: MIG/TIG welding at 6G preferred.
• Level I: At least one year of pipe-welding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts and tack and weld components into assemblies according to production orders.
• Perform welds according to company procedures and documents while meeting defined quality standards.
• Work from shop drawings, welding procedures, and written, verbal, or electronic instructions.
• Maintain a safe and organized working environment.
• Properly maintain tools and equipment assigned for the work.
• Follow procedures and prepare and maintain written or electronic records relating to safety, quality, productivity, preventive maintenance, and housekeeping.
• At Level III, train other welders and teach them to read and apply welding procedures and drawings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve fitting and welding component issues appropriate to the position level.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage, and more, starting on the first day of hire.
• 401(k) contribution and matching.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Growth opportunities.
• Wellness programs, including eligibility to earn healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions based on program status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed