Welder

Gator Dredging•Largo, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Gator Dredging is a water construction company seeking an experienced welder capable of welding all metals, including aluminum. The role involves continuous maintenance of the company's vessels and equipment. The ideal candidate should be motivated and possess problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include using hand-welding and flame cutting equipment, such as gas welding and stick, regulating current and voltage for proper metal fusion, and selecting appropriate electrode types and sizes. Starting hourly pay ranges from $18.00 to $25.00, based on previous work experience, skills, and current certifications/professional licenses.

Requirements

Able to follow direction.
Ability to read blueprints and use measurement devices.
Ability to read decimal and fractional measurement.
Knowledge of welding equipment.
Ability to operate forklift.
Ability to work overtime.
Wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, and safety shoes, ear plugs.
Successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
Comply with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS).

Nice To Haves

Certified in TIG & MIG

Responsibilities

Comply with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies.
Maintain proper housekeeping.
Assure that work meets expected quality standards.
Understand CTQs.
Perform daily inspection of all the equipment and tools prior to use.
Technically qualified to perform MIG and stick welding.
Familiar with various electrodes and their application.
Knowledge of the inert gases used in welding and selects the best suited process for the application.
Understand and properly apply single fillet, double fillet, square groove, V groove and U groove welds.
Ability to do all position welding on alloys presented.
Perform other general duties as assigned.