Welder Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly.
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints.
• Must be able to pass a 3G FCAW test administered at Smith & Loveless.
• Read and understand units of measurement and properly use a tape measure.
• Demonstrated good work attendance.
• Must be able to pass a background check, alcohol screening, and drug test.

Nice To Haves

• ASME, AWS D1.1 and D1.6 certifications preferred.
• 2-3 years previous FCAW experience preferred.
• Pipe welding experience is a plus
• 6G weld proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works from prints, work orders, bills of material, written instructions and practices / procedures on code work.
• On non-code products, welder works from prints, work orders, bills of material, written instructions, verbal instructions, established practices and procedures etc.
• Regulates welding machines to meet code procedures as required.
• Performs layout to determine point of location for cut-outs, installation of sub-assemblies, assemblies, purchased parts, and measures and marks locations, etc.
• Torch cuts, bevel cuts, trims, fits, installs and welds as required.
• Welds from all and in all positions.
• Fabricates and uses such shop aids as jigs and fixtures.
• Ships and cleans welds.
• Visually checks and corrects defects.
• Performs simple maintenance to welding equipment, such as removing and/or replacing guns, cables or clamps.
• Changes rolls of wire.
• Uses overhead crane to position and move parts, materials and assemblies in his work area during the normal performance of his job.
• Makes welds in all positions as required, according to ASME code specifications and S&L approved procedures.
• Passes ASME and code welding certification test as required.
• Performs in conformity with same.
• Reports abnormal conditions of equipment to his supervisor.
• Observes all safety rules and regulations and keeps work area and equipment clean and orderly.
• Maintains certifications as specified in codes.
• Other duties as assigned by the Weld Supervisor.
• Keep work area neat and clean.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan after first year, with automatic enrollment + employee-directed investment options
• Company gifted 401(k) contributions beginning second year, based on .95 cents per hour worked (max 40 hours weekly)
• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits including life insurance & disability coverage
• Paid Time Off - 11 Paid Holidays; 28 Hours Paid Sick/Personal Time annually; 2 weeks’ Vacation (starting January 1st annually)
• Medical Plans (PPO & High-Deductible options)
• Dental Insurance with preventative care covered at 100%
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Group Life & AD&D Insurance (company-paid)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for HDHP participants)
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Coverage for employees and dependents