Welder 1st Class

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description : Welder

Summary / Objective

Capable of performing a variety of welding functions in all positions on structural plate and 6G pipe with SMAW, FCAW and GTAW.

Willingness to cross train for multi-function structural and piping assembly processes

Essential Functions

• Fluent in understanding job specific WPS / PQR’s and capable of setting machine up for performance in all positions to certified testing criteria.
• Analyze blueprints for weld insignia and the application thereof to assembly components on piping and structural systems.
• The ability to identify correctly, measured, hand dressed, cut, and fit prepare metal surfaces for welding process to be completed per job specific requirements.
• Capable of visual observation of pre- and post-welded surfaces; and the interpretation of fulfilled job requirements with micrometer, caliper and other precision measuring instruments.
• Technically proficient in the interpretation of insufficient weld criteria and knowledge to efficiently blend to repair.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solver who can understand and follow instruction.
• Accountability for completion of daily work assignments while monitoring quality, safety, and health regulations.
• Operate overhead cranes and or forklifts.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements and physically / medically qualified to wear required PPE per OSHA standards.
• Responsibilities may require sedentary work, including but not limited to computer operation, video review, classroom or online training, job

observations / inspections,

and peer work review.

Prepares for ISO 9001 and other audits.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

• Collaboration Skills
• Reliable Attendance
• Decision Making
• Leadership
• Communication proficiency written and verbal
• Ethical Conduct.
• Problem Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Thoroughness
• Time Management

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This position operates out of a fabrication facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand;
• walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance;

and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. First shift days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7 : 00 a.m. to 3 : 30 p.m.

Second shift days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 2 : 30 p.m. to 1 : 00 a.m. Occasional weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in threading, grinding, welding, brazing, rigging, plasma cutting, gas arc cutting.
• Related experience or training.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 6+ Years’ experience in Welding SMAW, FCAW and GTAW, or a combination.
• 2 years vocational technical training.

Safety & Environmental Factors :

All employees are expected to adhere to the company’s safety policies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. This role involves working under extreme hot or cold conditions and requires the physical ability to stand for the entire shift, use hands for various tasks, ascend stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear.

Team members must occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required include close, distant, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Benefits

As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment.

Our competitive benefits package includes :

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability Benefits
• Term Life Benefits

Pay : $25 - $28

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