Welder Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• No previous experience is required.
• Ability to use pneumatic power tools and equipment.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and other measuring tools.
• Ability to perform and remember multiple tasks from day to day.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including frequent heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds and maneuvering large parts and assemblies weighing up to 180 pounds.
• Ability to stand and move on concrete for 8 to 12 hours per day and perform activities including reaching, grasping, stooping, kneeling, twisting, crawling, carrying, climbing ladders, working overhead, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to remain alert while working.
• Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations and follow supervisor instructions.
• Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing orders.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Weld on flat, curved, and vertical surfaces, including in overhead positions.
• Set welding machines, including gas, voltage, amperage, and wire speed.
• Make minor adjustments to welding equipment as needed.
• Load raw materials and parts into welding machines and remove work pieces and scrap.
• File, grind, or scrape sharp edges, burrs, scales, and rust from work pieces.
• Hammer out bent or warped spots in metal.
• Sort, mark, and tag finished work.
• Transport materials or signal a crane operator to move materials.
• Compare work pieces with a straight edge or template to verify conformance to specifications.
• Clean the work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
• Inspect products as instructed by standard operating procedures.
• Perform other routine duties as needed.
• Work efficiently, meet or exceed required production levels, and help minimize scrap, waste, and supply costs.

Benefits

• Two weeks paid vacation
• Competitive compensation
• Dental, vision, and medical benefits with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays