Welder

Legacy Building Solutions•Litchfield, MN

13d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Welder operates mechanized or semi-automatic equipment to weld structural beams using processes such as gas metal arc and submerged arc welding. This role requires safe operation of equipment and adherence to safe work habits. The welder is responsible for preparing components for welding, monitoring the welding process to prevent defects, and ensuring high-quality workmanship according to code standards. Additionally, the welder must be able to read blueprints and welding procedures, use various hand and power tools, maintain a clean work area, and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Ability to read blueprints, welding procedures, safety and quality standards, and effectively utilize equipment relevant to the work.
Strong ability to troubleshoot issues and look ahead.
Perform maintenance on equipment.
Organized and strong attention to detail.
Mechanical aptitude with ability to comply with inspections checklists, operating maintenance instruction and other work-related information.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Previous history of consistent attendance with the ability to be to work on time on daily basis.
Positive attitude and desire to work as a team player.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Welding Certificate from a vocational or technical school or 1 year of welding experience.

Responsibilities

Operates mechanized, or semi-automatic equipment to weld structural beams, using processes such as gas metal arc, and submerged arc welding.
Operates equipment safely and uses safe work habits while performing his/her job function.
Clamps, holds, tack-welds, and grinds component parts to obtain required joint configurations and positions for welding.
Monitors the fitting and welding processes to avoid warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of materials.
Examines work pieces for defects and measures work pieces with squares, and tape measures to ensure conformance with specifications.
Provides high-quality workmanship to applicable code standards.
Recognizes, sets up, and operates hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as air arc gouger, oxy-fuel torch, and grinders.
Lays out, positions, aligns, and secures parts and assemblies prior to welding, using straight edges, combination squares, calipers, and tape measure.
Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.