Code Welder AA

Company: Burnham Commercial

Burnham Commercial is a leading manufacturer and marketer of high-quality boilers and control systems for commercial and industrial applications. Our history of quality, reliability and value make Burnham Commercial the leader in commercial heating equipment. While there are many imitators, there's only one Burnham Commercial.

We are looking for a Code Welder AA to join our team! This position will weld steel plates of all kinds by using electric arc welding and/or squirt welding machines. The ideal candidate will be able to weld in all positions, read blueprints, and have experience with various measuring tools.

This is a full-time, union-hourly position located in Lancaster, PA. Hours are Monday-Friday, 6 AM - 2:30 PM; Saturdays as needed (maximum of two required 6 AM - 12 PM).

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Welds in all positions
• Performs all necessary welding on the inside of all boilers as required
• Fits all connections, making sure they are plumb and level and welds in place as required
• Places and welds saddles or skids onto boiler shell
• Welds seams (in all positions on high and low pressure boilers)
• Uses oxyacetylene burning equipment to torch out openings in boiler for proper alignment and fit couplings and connections
• Interprets welding symbols as used on blueprints
• Uses plumb lines and leveling gauges
• Uses steel tape or rulers to an accuracy of 1/16"
• Remove slag from weld with slag hammer or wire brush
• Stamps all welds with his/her personal certification stamp
• Performs related work as directed commensurate with this or lesser rates labor grade

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• MUST be able to pass ASME 2G MIG, 2G Stick, 3G stock without backing, and 4G Overhead weld tests
• Ability to read blueprints and/or diagrams
• Experience with measuring tools

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage available on the 1st of the next month from your date of hire
• 401(k) plan
• Weekly pay
• 12 paid holidays
• Vacation time
• 75% tuition reimbursement after 6 months