Team Member, Fabrication Department

Direct Report to: Shop Foreman

Description

Safety first - follow safe work methods and adherence to safety protocol, including personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.

• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.

• Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).

• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.

• Align components using calipers, rulers and clamp pieces.

• Weld components using manual welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).

• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures to discover flaws.

• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.

• Keep area clean.

Qualifications

• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MIG).

• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.).

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.

• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (gloves etc.) and must provide own welding helmet.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) will be a plus.

• High School diploma or equivalent (or in High School Trade Program).

• Desired 2 years of experience as a Welder, but will train.

• Punctual, reliable and conscientious.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to lift 25 lbs safely, walk and stand for long periods of time, bend and lift product as needed following safe work methods.

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